Prospect Research Associate
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Job Location:
Bloomington, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This position offers a work-from-home schedule after an in-person onboarding with periodic on-site team meetings and all-staff events. Candidate must reside in the state of Indiana or be willing to relocate by first day of employment.
The salary range for this role is $48000-$50000.
The Indiana University Foundation is seeking a Research Associate to support the Prospect Management and Research team by tracking the accomplishments and life events of alumni and donors as well as assessing their interest and ability to provide support to Indiana University. The Research Associate will provide timely insights that help fundraisers engage donors more effectively and meaningfully. Reporting to the Associate Director Research this position focuses on identifying interpreting and communicating relevant information to meet the fundraisers needs.
In this role you will regularly monitor established news and research sources to identify achievements leadership changes business activity and life events connected to IU alumni donors and affiliated organizations. You will analyze and summarize findings using professional writing skills and share insights through email alerts prospect summaries and database updates that directly inform relationship-building and outreach strategies. Your work ensures fundraisers have the right information at the right time to support meaningful donor conversations.
This role requires collaboration with fundraisers prospect managers and colleagues across the advancement services team to understand priorities clarify requests and deliver accurate well-organized information. While much of the work involves focused independent research the position is collaborative and service-oriented centered on responding to fundraiser needs and contributing to shared fundraising goals. The ideal candidate is a curious detail-oriented and self-motivated professional who enjoys reading and interpreting information writing clear summaries and supporting Indiana Universitys mission through thoughtful communication and attention to detail.
Qualifications :
Education & Experience
Bachelors degree and four (4) years of equivalent work experience preferred.
Combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Experience in advancement services research data management communications or a related field preferred.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Strong professional writing skills with the ability to clearly summarize and communicate insights for fundraiser use.
Ability to work independently manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a busy professional environment.
High attention to detail and demonstrated accuracy in documentation and data entry.
Proficiency with CRM internet research tools and web-based platforms; experience with Artificial Intelligence tools is a plus.
Technical aptitude and comfort learning new systems; additional technical skills are welcomed and supported through team collaboration.
Strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment when working with colleagues fundraisers leadership and external stakeholders.
Understanding of general fundraising and prospect management principles.
Commitment to confidentiality ethical information use and continuous improvement.
Genuine interest in supporting Indiana Universitys mission and contributing to philanthropic success.
Additional Information :
Applications will be accepted through January 28th 2026. A cover letter is strongly recommended for consideration.
The IUF is committed to providing a safe respectful and professional work environment that is free of Discrimination and Harassment. The IUF will not tolerate any form of Discrimination or Harassment based on the Individuals race ethnicity religion color sex age national origin genetic information sexual orientation disability gender identity or expression ancestry marital status protected veteran status pregnancy or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
Are you a high-performer who wants to contribute to a mission-driven and values-based organization? If you are motivated by doing impactful work and making a difference in people’s lives, then the Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is the place for you. At the IUF, we believe in maki ... View more
