1. Prepares a wide variety of written materials including grant and gift proposals, briefings, cultivation and stewardship correspondence, and research summaries with significant scientific content for both internal and external Development constituents. 2. Researches and compiles lists of prospects in the sciences and related fields for a variety of purposes, ensuring that all prospect information is accurate and up-to-date. 3. Designs, develops, and produces ad hoc reports and analyses of science prospects by report generation and manipulation of information systems, including the University's primary constituent database. 4. Develops strategy and methodology for identifying leading prospects with interests in the sciences and related fields. 5. Conducts research on individuals using office data and internet search engines, often partnering with Office of Development research associates. 6. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Superior scientific and technical writing/editing expertise, and demonstrated interpersonal skills to interact with senior-level administrators, faculty, and staff across the university. Professionalism, maturity, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Required Skill/ability 2:  

Proven ability to write and assemble successful grant applications, including to federal agencies, private foundations, and industry. Ability to work productively and respectfully with the writing of others.