I want to apply for access to restricted use data, but I don't have the terminal degree (PhD., M.D., etc.) or a Principal Investigator (PI)-eligible appointment at my institution as stated in the requirements of the Restricted Data Use Agreement. Would I still be able to gain access to restricted use data?

Students (Master’s or Ph.D. level) and others who don’t have a terminal degree can apply for access to restricted use data with a qualified researcher who is PI-eligible as their sponsor. The sponsor would be responsible for reading and acknowledging all terms in the Restricted Data Use Agreement, while the student(s) would be listed in the “Research Staff” section of the application.

CFData is also willing to work with individuals on a case-by-case basis, for example if you are:

  • Someone with a Master’s degree that is PI-eligible at your institution
  • An analyst with a research organization
  • An analyst with a government agency with or without a research arm
  • An analyst with a foundation or small consulting firm

IRB approval is still required. Please email [email protected] to discuss if you qualify for access to restricted use data.

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