Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
The Director of Advancement is a frontline fundraiser and strategic collaborator responsible for raising private philanthropic funding for the Washington University School of Medicine neurosciences community. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Medical Advancement, the Director will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts from individual donors, grateful patients/families, and organizations across departments including neurology, psychiatry, neurosurgery, anesthesiology, and neuroscience (basic research).
Already one of the world’s premier institutions in neuroscience for training and research, WashU Medicine has deepened its investment with the newly opened Jeffrey T. Fort Neuroscience Research Building, known as “Fort Labs”, a spectacular and innovative hub focused on leading the brain science research revolution. The dynamic 609,000 square foot space on the Medical Campus houses one of the world’s highest concentrations of neuroscientists -- joining together investigators in neurology, psychiatry, anesthesiology, neuroscience, neurosurgery, and other areas. With its sleek design, advanced laboratories and collaborative workspaces, the building fosters interdisciplinary research aimed at understanding the brain and nervous system, transforming treatments for neurological and psychiatric diseases. WashU Medicine’s Outlook Magazine provides additional insight into the university’s dedication to advancing neuroscience with the goal of changing the world by understanding the brain.
The Director will work with a highly collaborative team of fundraisers focused on the neurosciences and will partner with key faculty to advance the vision and goals for their respective departments.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Through a highly collaborative approach, identify, cultivate, solicit, and secure major gift commitments for assigned departments and division priorities primarily from individual donors, grateful patients and their family members, organizations, and select faculty.
- Proactively partner with faculty and the prospect research team to identify new prospects, develop fundraising strategies, and engage donors who are capable of making gifts of $100,000 or more.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the research, teaching, and patient care components of assigned department and division priorities in order to effectively articulate the case for support for funding priorities.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen, leverage, and engage physicians, scientists, and volunteers in meaningful ways.
- Serve as a thought partner to the Executive Director and newly created neurosciences team to significantly increase support for the neurosciences through creative and entrepreneurial approaches.
- Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of HIPAA.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Physical Effort
Equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (5 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
This position is located in St. Louis, MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $84,200 - $115,000.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree
Certifications:
No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Adaptability, Analyze Information, Capital Campaigns, Computer Technology, Confidentiality, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Donor Solicitation, Donor Stewardship, Fundraising, Interpersonal Interactions, Major Gifts Fundraising, Oral Communications, Professional Integrity, Publications Production, Receptive to Feedback, Sound Judgment, Speaking Clearly, Synthesize Information, Targeted Communications, Team Collaboration, Teamwork, Work Collaboratively, Written Communication
Grade
G15
Salary Range
$84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
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Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please emailCandidateQuestions@wustl.eduor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
