Job Details

Prospect Research Analyst

Position Number: 6706451
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Development and Fund Raising

Prospect Research Analyst

Job Identification: 19561
Posting Date: 11/06/2025, 03:36 PM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 700 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US
Degree Level: Bachelor

Job Description:
What We're Looking For

The Prospect Research Analyst will lead and set a strategic direction for prospect identification, qualification, and research aimed at reaching annual and long-term fundraising goals, requiring the ability to: gather, summarize, and disseminate large volumes of information from numerous sources; make recommendations for solicitation strategies; and compose prospect briefings and profiles.

A bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience are required. Five years of relevant experience is preferred.

A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

Develop tools and resources to be successful in identifying, reporting on, tracking, segmenting, and analyzing prospects and donors to meet annual and long-term University fundraising objectives
Write high quality, comprehensive profiles and tailored briefings using information from university records, publicly available information, and subscription resources on major gift donors and other prospects to support the needs of the Office of the President, the Vice President of University Advancement, front-line development officers, deans, and other university leaders, both proactively and in response to specific requests
Analyze and synthesize accumulated financial, philanthropic, and affinity data on individuals, corporations, and private foundations to assess prospects' giving capability, philanthropic tendencies, and appropriate potential solicitors
Develop and implement methods for identifying new potential prospects for relevant areas of responsibility for development officers with a specific focus on principal gifts
Performing all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintaining regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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