26 research assistant jobs found

  Description Governors State University is seeking to hire an Assistant Director for Research Development and Compliance to provide leadership and strategic support for the University’s research development goals and ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and university policies in areas of human subjects' research, animal care and use, and time and effort reporting. The Assistant Director for Research Development and Compliance will lead the efforts to advance faculty and student research initiatives and provide regulatory and administrative support to the University’s Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). Essential Responsibilities 20%   Designing and managing initiatives to advance research and creative activities for faculty and students. This may include convening and coordinating research interest groups, maintaining a faculty expertise database, supporting...

Assistant Director of Development, Major Gifts Program University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and...

JOB TITLE Coordinator, Development Communications LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Development & Communications Strategy DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Coordinator, Development Communications provides essential support for WPI's advancement communications, stewardship, and content development efforts, enabling the Assistant Vice President, Development Communications and Strategy, to lead strategic storytelling that inspires philanthropic investment. This role assists with donor communications, impact reporting, stewardship materials, proposal support, and digital content while managing administrative and project coordination responsibilities. The Coordinator helps ensure WPI's donors, prospects, and alumni receive compelling, accurate, and timely communications that demonstrate impact and deepen their connection to the university. This position offers excellent professional development opportunities in...

Research Faculty- Extension Specialist, 4-H Youth Development Specialist Posting Number: F001412P Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience Location: Moscow, Off Campus Location - Can be located at any UI Research and Extension Center or UI property in Idaho Primary Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Primary Unit: UI Extension 4-H Youth Development Employee Category: Faculty Classification Group Title: Research Faculty Position Control Number: 1701 Suffix: 00 Contingency Code: Not Applicable FTE: 1 Contract Basis: Fiscal Year Anticipated Contract Start Date: 04/13/2026 FLSA Status: Exempt Tenure Tracking: Negotiable (must be justified) Rank: Negotiable (must be justified) Extension Type: Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable): Position Summary: The University of Idaho Extension 4-H Youth Development Unit seeks a...

Associate Vice President For Advancement, Corporate Partnerships And Central Development Units R0010258 Tampa If you are a current University of Tampa student, please search for and apply to student jobs here via Workday. Job applications for current students will not be considered if submitted through the external career center. Position Details Strategic Leadership Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy that positions corporate fundraising and sponsorships as a core driver of UTampa's advancement and revenue goals. Integrate corporate partnerships with central development priorities, campaign objectives, and institutional strategic plans. Align corporate philanthropy, sponsorship, and workforce-development initiatives with UTampa's academic, student success, and athletics priorities. Advise the Executive Vice President for Advancement on trends, opportunities, and best practices in corporate relations, sponsorships, and philanthropy....

Assistant Development Officer - Penn Engineering University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks,...

JOB TITLE Coordinator, Advancement LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Leadership Giving DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Coordinator, Advancement provides essential administrative and project support to the Associate Vice President of Advancement and the Assistant Vice President, Leadership & Planned Giving, enabling effective leadership of WPI's revenue generation functions including major gifts, principal gifts, leadership annual giving, planned giving, and foundation relations. This role manages scheduling and logistics, coordinates communications and meetings, supports donor cultivation activities, prepares briefing materials, and serves as liaison between the AVP and development staff, campus partners, and external stakeholders. The Coordinator ensures smooth operations supporting the AVP's portfolio management and team leadership while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment. This position...

Assistant Director of Leadership Annual Giving University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks,...

Development Assistant for School and Center Annual Giving Support University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance...

PROSPECT RESEARCH STRATEGIST Position Number: S-3785 Position Summary: Supports the fundraising efforts of the university by carrying out proactive and reactive prospect research on individuals, corporations, and foundations. Works collaboratively with the director of advancement services, the director of corporate and foundation relations, the vice president of advancement, and the development officers to develop strategies for individuals, corporations, and philanthropic foundations. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Two years of related experience. Computer experience, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent analytical and organizational skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks. Organization skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information. Ability to project a collegial...

Nebraska Wesleyan University seeks a full-time Assistant Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Engagement. This role is responsible for planning and executing annual giving campaigns and donor/alumni engagement programs to grow support for NWU and increase donor participation and retention. Focus will be on executing the annual giving program by developing engagement, solicitation, and stewardship plans while leveraging university resources to achieve goals set by the Board of Governors and university leadership. This role will also oversee the Student Philanthropy Center, utilizing phone, mail, email, social media and web channels to drive annual giving and strengthen donor and alumni relations. NWU offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plan, over seven weeks of paid time off annually, and 100% tuition remission for dependents after one year of service. Responsibilities:...

Director of Development Classification: Administrator II Hours: Full-time / 40 hours per week FLSA: Exempt Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $8,334 to $9,166* mo. CSU Salary Schedule *CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs. Priority Screening Date: January 4, 2026 Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled ABOUT CSUMB California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California's Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement , CSUMB is part of the nation's largest four-year public university...

Associate Director of Development, Major Gifts - Athletics University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and...

Assistant Athletic Director for Development Job #: F00784 Location Syracuse, NY Pay Range: $110,000 - $117,000 Hours: Standard University business hours. 8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year) 8:00am - 4:30pm (summer) Hours may vary based on operational needs. Job Type: Full-time Job Description: Reporting to the Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Development, the Assistant Athletic Director for Development serves in a management role to provide strategic leadership for Syracuse Athletics female sport programs. The individual will be responsible for cultivating, soliciting, closing, and stewarding major and principal gift level donors with an emphasis on gifts over $100,000 or more. Qualifications: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree preferred. Ideal candidates will have at minimum, seven years of demonstrated experience of successful fundraising, preferably in a college or university setting. Experience in Division I...

Major Gifts Officer for Penn Global University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural...

Associate Director, Major Gifts University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural...

JOB TITLE Executive Director, Advancement Operations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Advancement Operations DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Executive Director, Advancement Operations leads the operational infrastructure that enables WPI's advancement program, ensuring excellence in gift processing, database management, prospect research, reporting and analytics, compliance, and technology systems. This senior leader creates efficient, accurate, and strategic operations that empower fundraisers to focus on donor relationships while providing the data, insights, and tools needed for success. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Advancement Operations and Engagement, the Executive Director manages day-to-day operations, drives continuous improvement, leads technology strategy, and ensures advancement systems support both campaign completion and long-term sustainable growth. This role requires deep technical...

Regional Major Gifts Officer Job Summary: The Institutional Advancement Division at Rollins College is seeking a dynamic, goal-driven, and relationship-oriented Regional Major Gifts Officer to join their team. In this role, the Regional Major Gifts Officer will cultivate and manage meaningful relationships and philanthropic partnerships within a defined region of the country. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement, the Regional Major Gifts Officer will engage alumni, parents, families, and friends to secure annual and multi-year gifts and pledges of $50,000 or more - advancing the College's mission and strategic fundraising priorities. The Regional Major Gifts Officer will: Develop and execute strategic fundraising initiatives across an assigned region to build long-term, impactful donor relationships. Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects through a robust travel schedule and personalized engagement. Collaborate...

Chief Advancement Officer, The Wharton School University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks,...

Director of Annual Giving University of Puget Sound Job ID: 8563 Location: Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Staff Posting Details Appointment: Regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) position. Work Location: This position is based in Tacoma, WA, and is hybrid eligible (minimum of 3 days on-site) after a successful evaluation period. Please note that we generally do not sponsor applicants for work visas for staff positions. Therefore, we generally require applicants for staff positions to be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Position Summary: University of Puget Sound seeks an experienced professional to lead and grow programs responsible for raising $2m+ annually in unrestricted giving. As a key leader in the University Relations division and the Constituent Relations cohort (which includes Annual Giving, Alumni & Parent Relations, and Prospect & Information Management), the Director of Annual...