P250138 - Associate Director of Prospect Research - University Advancement
Position Summary:
The University at Buffalo’s Division of University Advancement is seeking a forward-thinking, data-savvy professional to serve as Associate Director of Prospect Research—a key position that powers our fundraising success and strengthens connections with donors and partners.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Prospect Research and Analytics, the Associate Director will play a strategic role in shaping our prospecting and research program across individuals, corporations, and foundations. You will lead a dedicated team, collaborate with front-line fundraisers, and bring meaningful insights to life through research and analysis that fuels transformational philanthropy.
In this role, you will:
- Partner closely with fundraisers and research colleagues to implement an integrated major and planned gifts prospect identification and qualification program.
- Produce compelling, data-driven insights using both qualitative and quantitative research to support advancement goals.
- Leverage donor and prospect records to develop analytical profiles, assess giving capacity, and serve as a trusted resource across the division.
- Supervise and mentor two talented research analysts.
Why Join UB Advancement?
As a vital part of the team behind the historic $1 Billion Boldly Buffalo campaign, you’ll contribute to a mission with real momentum and measurable impact. More than 80,000 donors have already helped shape UB’s future—and we’re just getting started.
Our sights are set on becoming one of the top 25 public research universities in the nation. As Associate Director of Prospect Research, you’ll help lead the charge. You’ll find a workplace that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth—where your talents will be seen, appreciated, and put to powerful use. Be part of something bigger. Help us shape the future.
About the Buffalo/Niagara region:
Buffalo is the second-largest city in New York State and is located on the shores of Lake Erie, upriver of the majestic Niagara Falls. Buffalo – the City of Good Neighbors – is undergoing a renaissance with a rapidly growing economy, vital academic health sciences center, and affordable cost of living. The Western New York educational system is excellent. Buffalo-Niagara is a region of 1.2 million people, world-class art galleries and museums, a comprehensive city-wide system of parks and green space, a vibrant theater and music community, and major and minor league sports teams.
Learn more:
- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3 years relevant professional experience in a fundraising setting
- Experience using Salesforce or other Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems
- Experience or training in supervision and management
- Experience managing deadline-driven multiple and diverse tasks
- Must be able to clearly and convincingly convey information orally and in writing
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- General knowledge and competency of Microsoft Office programs
- Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion and adhere to ethical and confidentiality guidelines of both the university and the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA)
FTE: 1.0
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment, encourages women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans to apply.