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Research Associate, Simmons College, Boston, MA

Job Title: Research Associate Department: Advancement

Supervisor’s Title: Associate Director, Research and Prospect Management

Position: Full-time (8:30-4:30)

The Office of Research and Prospect Management at Simmons College is seeking an individual interested in developing expertise in fundraising research. As a key member of the Research team, the Research Associate supports the Associate Director of Research and Prospect Management with prospect research responsibilities with an emphasis on project coordination. The successful candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, be an effective writer and be persistent and imaginative in devising new ways to secure and analyze information of critical importance to the effective solicitation of principal and major gift prospects for the College. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work proactively, independently and with a strong commitment to customer service. 

 
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 
 
Experience with information resources and publications is required, including fundraising databases (Raiser’s Edge a plus), commercial on-line services (Lexis-Nexis desired), business, government and legal documents (IRS Form 990, SEC filings, property assessments etc), and database overlays (Blackbaud Analytics and/or Reeher Platform a plus).

Please contact Izabel DeAraujo-Rivera ([email protected]for an informational interview.