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Why work at Villanova?

Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University's founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.

Villanova University has embarked on a 10-year strategic plan, Rooted. Restless., with the goal of enhancing the Augustinian Catholic living and learning experience for all members of our community. University Advancement is seeking exceptional talent to join our mission-driven team working together toward our shared vision for Villanova, fueled by the generosity of the University's philanthropic supporters as we "keep moving" in the spirit of St. Augustine in the public phase of Villanova's comprehensive capital campaign: Espiritus Nova.

The Research Analyst will report to the Associate Director of Prospect Research and serve as a key member of the Prospect Development (PD) team within University Advancement. The Research Analyst will play a critical role in identifying and analyzing individual prospects, foundations, and corporations, while also delivering insights that inform cultivation strategy. They will align and leverage data from the department's internal reporting systems (Cognos and Salesforce), our department database (Banner), as well as online resources in support of our fundraising initiatives with emphasis on day-to-day prospect research efforts including, but not limited to, wealth screenings and other proactive research projects. A leading contributor to the growth of the prospect pool, the incumbent will conduct strategic research and analysis to identify new leadership and major gift prospects in addition to compiling information on existing donors in support of various fundraising activities. The Research Analyst will be part of a dynamic PD team working closely with all team members as we continue our historic $1.25B capital campaign. The incumbent will bring a high degree of professionalism to facilitate the achievement of University Advancement goals and have a willingness to be a contributing member of the Villanova Community.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Requires the ability to travel to other campus departments as needed, and willingness to travel outside of campus when required. Requires willingness to attend and provide staff support at select special events which oftentimes will take place during evenings and/or weekends.

This position falls within salaried grade 14 and the range for this position is $57,200-71,500. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate's qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.