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Prospect Research Analyst jobs are open across higher education, nonprofits, healthcare, and arts and cultural institutions, from entry-level to senior and director roles, with specializations in major gift prospecting, wealth screening, and donor portfolio management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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PROSPECT RESEARCH ANALYST
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
General Responsibilities:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Prospect Research Analyst to conduct thorough research analysis on prospect interest and/or funding opportunities. The incumbent will be responsible for identifying and researching corporate and foundation partners that may be interested in funding various clinical and academic initiatives. The Prospect Research Analyst will work closely with the Corporate and Foundation Relations office to produce profiles and comprehensive lists of suspects for fundraisers.
This position will report to the Director of Prospect Research Management
This position is hybrid eligible after the probationary period.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Conducts thorough research, following all ethical guidelines, on potential corporate and foundation partners. Provides detailed analysis on donor capacity and assigns appropriate prospect ratings that will be used for solicitations.
2. Produces a variety of comprehensive reports, including but not limited to, profile briefs, and preliminary and full profiles on corporations, and foundations that will be distributed to university leadership, development officers, UAB faculty, and clinical staff.
3. Assists in assuring accuracy and integrity of donor and prospect information in the CRM.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Pay Range: $43,890 – $44,000
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.
- Minimum of one year of experience in conducting prospect research for nonprofit development purposes, preferably in a higher education or healthcare environment
- Minimum of one year of experience in using online information resources
- Discretion in working with confidential information
- Experience with Lexis Nexis for Development Professionals, Edgar, NOZA, Candid, and other standard prospect research databases
- Experience with donor screening services and software, preferably DonorSearch
- Experience with constituent relationship management systems, preferably Ellucian CRM Advance
- Familiarity with Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA) Statement of Ethics and Prospect Research Skills Set
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location
: UniversityJob Category
: Professional & ManagerialOrganization
: 181000000 Office of AVP Advancement ServicesEmployee Status
: RegularDescription
PROSPECT RESEARCH ANALYST
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
General Responsibilities:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Prospect Research Analyst to conduct thorough research analysis on prospect interest and/or funding opportunities. The incumbent will be responsible for identifying and researching corporate and foundation partners that may be interested in funding various clinical and academic initiatives. The Prospect Research Analyst will work closely with the Corporate and Foundation Relations office to produce profiles and comprehensive lists of suspects for fundraisers.
This position will report to the Director of Prospect Research Management
This position is hybrid eligible after the probationary period.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Conducts thorough research, following all ethical guidelines, on potential corporate and foundation partners. Provides detailed analysis on donor capacity and assigns appropriate prospect ratings that will be used for solicitations.
2. Produces a variety of comprehensive reports, including but not limited to, profile briefs, and preliminary and full profiles on corporations, and foundations that will be distributed to university leadership, development officers, UAB faculty, and clinical staff.
3. Assists in assuring accuracy and integrity of donor and prospect information in the CRM.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Pay Range: $43,890 – $44,000
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.
- Minimum of one year of experience in conducting prospect research for nonprofit development purposes, preferably in a higher education or healthcare environment
- Minimum of one year of experience in using online information resources
- Discretion in working with confidential information
- Experience with Lexis Nexis for Development Professionals, Edgar, NOZA, Candid, and other standard prospect research databases
- Experience with donor screening services and software, preferably DonorSearch
- Experience with constituent relationship management systems, preferably Ellucian CRM Advance
- Familiarity with Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA) Statement of Ethics and Prospect Research Skills Set
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location
: UniversityJob Category
: Professional & ManagerialOrganization
: 181000000 Office of AVP Advancement ServicesEmployee Status
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in prospect research analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, communications, or library science
- Experience using wealth screening platforms such as iWave, DonorSearch, or WealthEngine
- Proficiency with constituent relationship management systems such as Raiser's Edge or Salesforce NPSP
- Strong written communication skills for producing clear, concise prospect profiles and briefings
- Ability to synthesize public records, SEC filings, and news sources into actionable donor intelligence
- Familiarity with APRA ethical guidelines and best practices for prospect research
Tips for Your Prospect Research Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to prospect research
Highlight specific tools you've used for wealth screening and donor research, such as iWave, DonorSearch, or WealthEngine. Listing the databases you know by name signals immediately that you can contribute without an extended ramp-up period.
Quantify your research impact concretely
Prospect research analysts often undersell their work by describing process instead of outcomes. Frame your contributions around portfolio size you managed, funds raised from your identified prospects, or the number of rated prospects you delivered to gift officers each cycle.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists prospect research analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name their tools
Job listings that name specific research platforms like Blackbaud, Salesforce NPSP, or Raiser's Edge indicate a more mature program. Prioritize these roles if your background matches, because the hiring manager already knows what proficiency looks like and won't need convincing.
Prepare a sample prospect profile
Many hiring managers in this field ask candidates to complete a research exercise during the process. Having a sanitized sample profile from past work ready to discuss demonstrates your analytical approach and your judgment about what information is relevant to a gift officer.
Negotiate around professional development access
Prospect research is a niche field where APRA membership, conference attendance, and training on new screening tools directly affect your market value. When negotiating, ask explicitly about the organization's budget for these resources, not just base compensation.
Prospect Research Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most prospect research analysts?
The companies hiring the most prospect research analysts right now include Tulane University, HonorHealth, and William & Mary, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Universities, hospital foundations, and large nonprofit organizations consistently account for the majority of open roles in this field.
How many prospect research analyst jobs are remote?
About 64% of prospect research analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how thoroughly research workflows have shifted to cloud-based screening tools and CRM platforms. Roles focused on data analysis, portfolio management, and report writing tend to offer the most location flexibility, while positions embedded in a gift officer team often prefer on-site or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a prospect research analyst?
Start with a bachelor's degree in any field that builds research, writing, or data skills, then gain hands-on experience with a CRM and at least one wealth screening tool, either through an entry-level fundraising role or a development office internship. Earning an APRA certification and joining the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement strengthens your candidacy considerably. Building a portfolio of sanitized sample profiles you can share during hiring processes sets you apart from candidates with similar credentials.
Can I get a prospect research analyst job without direct experience?
Yes, candidates with adjacent backgrounds in library science, journalism, financial analysis, or fundraising coordination regularly move into prospect research without prior title-specific experience. Hiring managers in this field place high value on demonstrated research instincts, attention to detail, and comfort with public records databases. Completing a free trial of a screening platform, earning an APRA credential, and submitting a writing sample with your application can offset a thin direct-experience record.
What does the prospect research analyst interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial screening call, a competency-based interview with the development or advancement team, and a practical research exercise where you produce a brief prospect profile or rate a small portfolio. Interviewers typically probe your sourcing methodology, your judgment about which information is relevant to gift officers, and your familiarity with the organization's CRM. Final rounds often involve meeting the major gifts team you would directly support.
Where can I find and apply to prospect research analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to prospect research analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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