Principal Gifts Prospect Research Analyst

🇺🇸 Gainesville, GA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $50K - $60K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ September 23rd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring a Principal Gifts Prospect Research Analyst. The role involves conducting high-level research and analysis to identify and evaluate donor prospects capable of contributing $5M or more, supporting principal gift cultivation and strategic philanthropic initiatives by collaborating with advancement professionals and senior leadership.

Highlights

Identify and evaluate major donor prospects with capacity for $5M+ contributions.
Draft reports and briefs for university leadership and advancement offices.
Utilize online databases such as Lexis/Nexis, DonorSearch, iWave Pro, and FoundationSearch for research.
Maintain and update donor and prospect information in the Ascend database.
Support special projects and principal gift news alert programs.
Requires Bachelor’s degree and minimum two years of relevant research experience.
Preferred experience includes higher education development research and financial analysis of wealth indicators.
Strong skills needed in data analysis, project management, and maintaining confidentiality.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and various online research tools.
Salary range $50,000 - $60,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.