Director, Foundation Relations Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Inside Higher Ed, Boston, MA, United States
Director, Foundation Relations – Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Position Type:
Full‑Time/Regular •
Location:
Boston, MA •
Salary Grade:
52 (Estimated $130,000–$180,000)
About the Role The Director of Foundation Relations is a senior member of the School of Medicine’s advancement team, reporting to the Associate Dean for Advancement. The role focuses on identifying and cultivating private organizational funders, collaborating with faculty and leadership to develop solicitations, and stewarding gifts from foundations, associations, trusts, and other organizations. Limited travel is required.
Responsibilities
Build and manage a portfolio of top foundation relationships for the School of Medicine.
Work closely with school leaders, faculty, and Advancement colleagues to implement cultivation and solicitation strategies.
Formulate and communicate the annual foundation plan, goals, and metrics with stakeholders.
Expand and sustain foundation relationships, supporting early‑career faculty, PhD students, and postdocs.
Alert faculty and leaders to RFP and other opportunities for foundation support.
Draft and manage grant applications, proposals, reports, and project descriptions.
Initiate, coordinate, and participate in meetings with senior leadership, faculty, and foundation partners (in‑person and virtual).
Keep current with foundation community trends using web research and database listings.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree; Master’s preferred.
8–10 years of relevant experience in fundraising, ideally in foundation relations.
Advanced organizational, analytical, communication (verbal and written), and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to collaborate across internal stakeholders and maintain strong relationships with external funders.
Desired Values & Qualities
Teamwork, transparency, and mutual respect.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion commitment.
Integrity and ethical conduct.
Strategic thinking and curiosity.
Continuous growth and improvement mindset.
Joy and shared appreciation for working towards meaningful goals.
Additional Information The start date for this position is July 1. This role follows a hybrid work schedule: 3 days per week in office, 2 days remotely.
Equal Opportunity We are an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you require a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Equal Opportunity Office at 617‑358‑1796.
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Full‑Time/Regular •
Location:
Boston, MA •
Salary Grade:
52 (Estimated $130,000–$180,000)
About the Role The Director of Foundation Relations is a senior member of the School of Medicine’s advancement team, reporting to the Associate Dean for Advancement. The role focuses on identifying and cultivating private organizational funders, collaborating with faculty and leadership to develop solicitations, and stewarding gifts from foundations, associations, trusts, and other organizations. Limited travel is required.
Responsibilities
Build and manage a portfolio of top foundation relationships for the School of Medicine.
Work closely with school leaders, faculty, and Advancement colleagues to implement cultivation and solicitation strategies.
Formulate and communicate the annual foundation plan, goals, and metrics with stakeholders.
Expand and sustain foundation relationships, supporting early‑career faculty, PhD students, and postdocs.
Alert faculty and leaders to RFP and other opportunities for foundation support.
Draft and manage grant applications, proposals, reports, and project descriptions.
Initiate, coordinate, and participate in meetings with senior leadership, faculty, and foundation partners (in‑person and virtual).
Keep current with foundation community trends using web research and database listings.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree; Master’s preferred.
8–10 years of relevant experience in fundraising, ideally in foundation relations.
Advanced organizational, analytical, communication (verbal and written), and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to collaborate across internal stakeholders and maintain strong relationships with external funders.
Desired Values & Qualities
Teamwork, transparency, and mutual respect.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion commitment.
Integrity and ethical conduct.
Strategic thinking and curiosity.
Continuous growth and improvement mindset.
Joy and shared appreciation for working towards meaningful goals.
Additional Information The start date for this position is July 1. This role follows a hybrid work schedule: 3 days per week in office, 2 days remotely.
Equal Opportunity We are an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you require a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Equal Opportunity Office at 617‑358‑1796.
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