University of Southern California - Los Angeles, CA
posted 4 months ago
The University of Southern California (USC) is seeking a Development Research Analyst to join its Development Research team within University Advancement. This role is crucial in supporting the university's fundraising priorities through specialized background research and due diligence. The Development Research team operates as a vital partner to the wider advancement community, providing essential insights and tools to enhance fundraising initiatives. The Development Research Analyst will report to the director of development research and will be responsible for conducting complex research, producing detailed reports, and providing briefings to development officers and other stakeholders. In this fast-paced and dynamic environment, the ideal candidate will thrive through collaboration, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence. The position is hybrid, requiring on-site presence in the downtown Los Angeles office (USC Tower). The Development Research Analyst will serve as the primary contact for fundraising partners regarding research requests and prospecting aligned with USC's fundraising goals. They will compose detailed research materials on prospects, assign estimated gift capacity ratings based on comprehensive wealth analysis, and produce briefings for senior university officials for various events and interactions with important donors and prospects. Additionally, the analyst will assist in broad prospect screenings to identify new prospects and qualify existing ones, partner with fundraisers to analyze and refine portfolios, and ensure adherence to ethical development research practices and applicable data privacy laws. This role is integral to growing and refining the prospect pipeline and supporting the university's mission and values.