Associate Director of Prospect Research, Grateful Patient - University Advanceme

* Collect, record, analyze, maintain, and update information on new and existing Major and Principal Gift prospects, primarily, but not limited to, grateful patient prospects. Using appropriate prospect research resources, update the CRM and/or produce written reports providing information on background, career, financial capacity, philanthropic interests, and connections to the University.* Working with data analytics and prospect management team members, identify and pre-qualify new prospects appropriate to gift officer fundraising strategies.* Serve as a research advisor to prospect management team members and gift officers to provide timely, relevant information supporting the management of prospects through the development cycle.* Continuing participation on development and upkeep of Grateful Patient segments of CRM and development and processes for its use.* Assist in developing proactive methodologies for identifying and tracking the future philanthropic potential of alumni and donors, including understanding of high-growth industries, understanding generational wealth, and anticipating liquidity events.* Conduct special prospect research projects.* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices, current events, philanthropic trends, and Washington University fundraising objectives.* Perform other duties as assigned.* Normal office environment* Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations* Familiarity with standard Prospect Research resources, including, but not limited to, Lexis Nexis for Development Professionals, Foundation Directory, iWave, WealthEngine, and RelSci.* Proven Level I expertise in or experience with the Apra Body of Knowledge – Prospect Research domain.* Proven understanding of the grateful patient solicitation cycle.* Proven financial analysis skills to identify and interpret assets, including, but limited to, knowledge of SEC documents, private company valuation, and foundation filings.* Ability to compile, report, and analyze information from diverse sources.* Experience in grateful patient research.* Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.* Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.* Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.* WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.* WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care.WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems.We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.**Useful Links****Accommodation**If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.**Regulatory Postings**Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster(; ) #J-18808-Ljbffr