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Position Summary:

Are you a strategic thinker with a knack for research and a passion for higher education? Brandeis Universityâ™s Institutional Advancement (IA) Division is on the lookout for a dynamic, self-motivated professional to join our Prospect Research team as a Senior Prospect Research Analyst. This pivotal role, reporting to the Associate Director of Prospect Research and Pipeline Development, is your chance to contribute to the identification and engagement of major donor prospects, driving the mission and growth of Brandeis University.

Why This Role?

As a Senior Prospect Research Analyst, you'll be at the heart of our Prospect Development efforts. Your work will involve in-depth research and analysis to help expand our major donor pool, provide strategic insights, and support the implementation of a comprehensive Prospect Development program. Youâ™ll manage projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure our research products meet the highest standards of quality and customer service.

What You will Do:

• Reactive Research (40%): Conduct detailed analysis of individuals, corporations, and foundations to inform fundraising strategies. Create in-depth profiles and respond to research requests from fundraisers, maintaining positive relationships and meeting deadlines.
• Proactive Research (40%): Participate in projects to identify new prospects, analyze prospect screenings, and support prospect development strategies. Attend strategy meetings and stay informed on university fundraising efforts.
• Department Management Support (15%): Assist in managing the research queue, mentor junior staff, produce reports, and serve as a liaison for special initiatives.
• Operational Support (5%): Maintain accurate prospect data, promote best practices in data management, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance portfolio and pipeline management.

Who You Are:

Educational Background: Bachelorâ™s degree required; Masterâ™s preferred. Background in marketing research, sales, financial analysis, library science, or related fields.

Experience: 5-7 years in advancement research, prospect management, fundraising, or equivalent experience. Competency with Apraâ™s Advanced Prospect Research Skill Sets and experience with high-capacity philanthropic prospects preferred.

Skills: Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills. Proficiency in computer technologies, database management, and electronic subscription services. Strong judgment, discretion, and commitment to data security.

Attributes: Detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. Collaborative, customer-service oriented, and willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Why Brandeis University?

Brandeis University is a place where innovation, diversity, and academic excellence converge. Join us in a role that offers both professional growth and the satisfaction of contributing to a meaningful mission. This is a hybrid role, requiring regular presence in our Waltham, MA office, with a flexible schedule of 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today to become a vital part of Brandeis Universityâ™s Institutional Advancement team and help us shape the future of philanthropy and higher education.

About Brandeis University

As a medium-sized private research university with global reach, we are dedicated to first-rate undergraduate education while making groundbreaking discoveries. Four major academic units with 3,600 undergraduates and 2,050 graduate students comprise the University: the College of Arts and Sciences, the Heller School for Social Policy and Management, the International Business School, and the Rabb School of Continuing Studies. In 1985, Brandeis was elected to membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), which represents the 62 leading research universities in the United States and Canada. Brandeis has been ranked among the top 35 national universities by U.S. News & World Report every year since the rankings’ inception. Our 235-acre campus is located in the suburbs of Boston, a global hub for higher education and innovation. Our faculty are leaders in their fields, as passionate about teaching and mentorship as they are about pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Our students are motivated, compassionate, curious and open to exploring new and challenging experiences. Brandeis was founded in 1948 as a nonsectarian university under the sponsorship of th ... e American Jewish community to embody its highest ethical and cultural values and to express its gratitude to the United States through the traditional Jewish commitment to education. By being a nonsectarian university that welcomes students, teachers and staff of every nationality, religion and orientation, Brandeis renews the American heritage of cultural diversity, equal access to opportunity and freedom of expression.

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