What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Research Analyst position at Rice University?
Special Instructions to Applicants :
All interested applicants should attach a cover letter and resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
About Rice :
Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community and Excellence.
Position Summary :
As a member of the development research and analysis team in the Development and Alumni Relations division, this position works closely with front-line fundraisers to broaden the University's prospect base and to maximize the University's philanthropic capacity. The Development Research Analyst collaborates with a wide variety of regional and school-based development officers to facilitate elevated engagement of prospects whose potential is maximized due to capacity or inclination. Using ethical and creative research techniques with a wide variety of biographical, organizational, and financial sources, the Development Research Analyst provides high-level description and analysis on alumni, parents, friends, and occasionally corporations and foundations.
The ideal candidate for this position exhibits a high degree of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism and has experience in identifying prospects, researching their philanthropic capacity and intentions, and working with frontline fundraisers on portfolio assignment, prospect management, and cultivation strategies.
Workplace Requirements :
This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. This position currently has a hybrid work arrangement with a minimum of two days per week in the office. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.
- Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements :
Skills : Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, data entry and reporting, online data processing, analytical and information management software, and data mining and data management tools / techniques Demonstrated experience with leading business directories / research resources and general internet research Strong analytical, research, interpretative, verbal and written communication, organizational and time management skills Must be detail / goal-oriented Ability to work with frequent interruptions and can prioritize a heavy workload Exhibits ability to maintain confidentiality, be creative, inquisitive, self-motivated, accurate, willing to take charge, follow through, and show behavior of professionalism and integrity
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Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity at all levels and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
Salary : $100,000
