Development Assistant I- Foundations Relations and Grants Management
The Rockefeller University is the world’s leading biomedical research University. Our groundbreaking discoveries in basic and clinical research are transforming medicine. We share a singular commitment to advancing science for the benefit of humanity. Our collaborative culture drives each of us to achieve a higher level, fueling the breakthroughs for which we are known.
We seek a Development Assistant, who will work as part of a small team focused on foundation relations, in a highly collaborative Development Office dedicated to raising funding for biomedical research. The Development Assistant will work with at least three professional-staff members in the areas of philanthropic support (foundations/individuals) and development communications
Responsibilities
- Draft, proofread, and copy edit written materials (letters, proposals, budgets, reports, briefing materials, and promotional pieces).
- Track proposal/reporting deadlines and donor cultivation/stewardship requirements.
- Assist with the administration of grants and fellowships.
- Organize site visits and assist in staffing donor events.
- Maintain database records and assisting with general office duties (phone, mail, etc.).
Who You Are
- Have a Bachelor's degree.
- Strong communication, proofreading, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prepare professional-looking documents.
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel (experience with databases and other programs, such as PowerPoint, Keynote, Photoshop, and Illustrator, a plus).
- Exceptional attention to details and deadlines.
- Able to work with diverse personalities in a fast-paced environment.
- An interest in science is a plus.
Who We Are
The Development Program provides in excess of $50 million in private support annually toward the mission of The Rockefeller University, which is to improve the understanding of life for the benefit of humanity. Working with the Board of Trustees and volunteer groups including The Rockefeller University Council, the Committee on Trust and Estate Plans, and the Women and Science and Parents and Science Initiatives, the Development Office oversees all private fund-raising at the University, including annual, capital, and endowment campaigns.
We are a scientifically rigorous, strategically focused, creatively balanced group built for the future and offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.
This job requires that employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Rockefeller University provides reasonable accommodations where legally required including accommodations for medical conditions and sincerely held religious beliefs.
Rockefeller University is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans