Research Analyst

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Research Analyst contributing to the Research and Prospect Development team at Vanderbilt University. Focused on researching prospects and providing development groups with comprehensive intelligence.

Posted 6/22/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify potential donors to Vanderbilt University using various online databases, periodical resources, and information provided by the constituent and/or peers.
Collaborate and strategize with colleagues, clients, and key administrators regarding donor identification.
Research and enter updated data into CRM for use by internal DAR colleagues, including contact information, employment information, financial assets, gifts to other organizations, and news articles.
Prepare both short and in-depth briefings on donors for internal DAR stakeholders and university leadership, including biographical details and analysis of financials and philanthropy.
Produce deliverables for internal clients based on departmental product standards within agreed upon timelines.
Safeguard the confidentiality of donor information and uphold DAR policies regarding confidential information.
Adhere to ethical and confidentiality guidelines as indicated by the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA) as well as university guidelines.
Maintain strong and effective relationships with Vanderbilt faculty and staff external to DAR.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, or the equivalent, is required.
Experience in university development operations or other relevant experience is preferred.
Ability to analyze, interpret, and present complex information effectively.
Strong demonstrated skill in writing, grammar usage, and editing.
Excellent organizational skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
Proficiency in usage of electronic research tools, techniques, and search methodologies.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of products.
Experience working with a CRM database, preferably Salesforce.
Exemplary communication and customer service skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and staff.
Ability to exercise good judgment in the handling of confidential information.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid role based in Nashville – in the office approximately 1 day per week depending on business needs

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisinformation interpretationwritinggrammar usageeditingorganizational skillsattention to detailresearch techniquessearch methodologies

Soft Skills

communication skillscustomer service skillscollaborationjudgmentrelationship management