Associate Director, Development Research, Health Sciences

3 hours ago


Los Angeles, California, United States University of Southern California Full time
Job Title: Associate Director, Development Research, Health Sciences

University of Southern California (USC) is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Development Research, Health Sciences to join its Development Research team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting complex research and providing reports/briefings to support fundraising initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead research efforts for fundraising partners on research requests and prospecting aligned with USC's fundraising priorities.
  • Provide guidance, expertise, and coaching to junior research staff while serving as a lead researcher for assigned units and identifying/recommending areas for improvement.
  • Partner with leaders and cross-campus stakeholders to support special prospecting projects.
  • Compose detailed research materials on prospects and assign estimated gift capacity ratings based on comprehensive wealth analysis.
  • Produce briefings for senior university officials for events, dinners, and other interactions with important donors and prospects.
  • Assist in broad prospect screenings for the identification of new prospects and the qualification of existing ones, and with other projects related to growing and refining the prospect pipeline.
  • Partner with fundraisers and colleagues in Relationship Management to analyze and refine portfolios.
  • Ensure adherence to ethical development research practices and applicable data privacy laws and regulations.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.
  • 1-3 years of supervisory experience of full-time staff.
  • 4-5 years of development research, prospect management, or prospect development experience in a higher education, healthcare, or complex non-profit environment.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • A passion for excellent customer service, commitment to exceptional quality, and the ability to complete projects and achieve goals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 3-5 years of supervisory experience of full-time staff in a non-profit/research setting.
  • Experience with fundraising CRMs (preferably Salesforce) and wealth screening.
  • Familiarity with the suite of online resources used in the course of development research.
  • Ability to interpret and analyze SEC filings, 990 filings, etc.
  • Ability to think strategically and holistically.
  • Ability to work well with all levels of management, both internally and externally.
What We Offer:

USC offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 – $100,000, excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff & their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions once you meet Program's eligibility; tuition benefits for staff & their family; free professional development online courses; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball & other campus events.

The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.



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