Development Research Associate

How to Apply

You must apply through the UM Jobs website (umjobs.org/). In addition to your resume, please submit a one-page cover letter. In the body of your letter, please tell us about:

• Your experience collecting and analyzing information from multiple sources to inform decisions
• How LSA Advancement's mission, core values, and this position align with your career goals

Please submit your cover letter and resume in a single electronic document, as the system will accommodate only one attachment. Your resume and cover letter will be a writing sample for the initial screening process.

Summary

Who we are

LSA Advancement has a mission to champion the liberal arts at the University of Michigan by creating access and opportunities for learning, engagement, and giving that will improve the world. We are a team of more than 80 professionals building a positive work environment that supports the excellence and transformative power of the college?s liberal arts mission through values-based fundraising, marketing, and communications.

Please visit our Join Our Team Website to learn more about LSA Advancement's culture, what we do, and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Advancement's Business Intelligence (BI) team comprises seven enthusiastic professionals who use data to inform decisions and measure success in a vibrant advancement environment. You will work as an esteemed team member in an inclusive environment where all viewpoints are encouraged and considered to uncover the best possible solutions.

Who you are

You are inspired by LSA's mission to improve the world and get excitement out of solving problems with the creative use of technology and data. You are committed to our core values of exploration, common good, inclusion, well-being, integrity, collaboration, and creativity. You geek out over finding the unfindable and are curious about what connects people to the things they support. And you enjoy helping a teammate while having fun in the process. If this describes you, then look no further! We want someone like you, looking to build a career in fundraising and development who embodies integrity and values trust and authenticity, to be our next Development Research Associate.

The salary for this position is $47,000 - $51,000 annually.

You will report to the Director of Prospect Development and Strategies.

Specific responsibilities

As the Development Research Associate, you will...

• Identify and research donor prospects using databases and electronic media in response to research requests
• Present research findings to your colleagues verbally, in writing, and through ad hoc reports
• Dive into various datasets and reporting tools to run reports to support pipeline strategy, stewardship, and solicitations
• Develop positive and meaningful relationships through your interactions with Advancement's strategic partners
• Update confidential prospect records in our donor database with accuracy and integrity

A full job description can be found here.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to careers filled with purpose and opportunity, we offer comprehensive benefits to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future, including:

• Generous time off programs (i.e., exempt employees accrue 2 days of vacation/month up to 48 days, paid season days off at year-end) plus family and other leave options.
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions.
• Comprehensive options for health, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Tuition support, including the ability to take undergraduate courses in LSA at no cost.
• Meeting-free days and communication norms that enable you to "unplug" from work.
• Access to deals, discounts, and attractions; see Uniquely Michigan for details.

Required Qualifications*

Here are the things you already have:

• Demonstrated ability to cross-reference information from multiple sources, ensuring consistency and completeness.
• Experience working with computers, including using productivity tools, online databases, and internet searching.
• Experience accurately completing routine tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to self-motivate.
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience working in a non-profit organization as a volunteer, intern, or professional.

Need help determining whether you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend not to apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage you to apply.

Additional Information

Individuals who are women, LGBTQIA+, Black, Indigenous, people of color, disabled, or veterans are encouraged to apply.

As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.

To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.

Work Location:
Our office is at 101 N. Main Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. As part of the University of Michigan's Future Work Initiative and LSA Advancement's Flexible Work Arrangements, this position can work on-site or hybrid (both remote and on-site).

Work Authorization:
Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment, and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.