Please note that this vacancy is open to current University of Glasgow employees only.

Job Purpose

As part of the research team at the Microelectronics Lab (meLAB: www.melabresearch.com) within James Watt School of Engineering, you will provide research support to fulfil the University’s strategic fundraising priorities and alumni engagement functions. You will contribute to the meLAB research activities. You will identify, evaluate, and track fundraising prospects and create biographical and associated briefings for the team. Specifically, the job requires expert knowledge in monitor and reviewing all research projects and proposals in the group and coordinating the flow of information between stakeholders.  The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research proposals and help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Contribute to the fulfilment of the D&A’s prospect research strategy by identifying, researching and rating potential donors amongst high net worth individuals, corporates and trusts & foundations.

2. Develop and manage the prospect pools of fundraisers. Ensure they are appropriately populated, adhere to quality standards and facilitate dynamism in the pool through regular reviewing and liaison with canvassers.

3. Create and use prospect research management reports to facilitate best allocation of prospects, prospect pool management and strategic focus on capacity and inclination.

4. Employ data visualisation in order to analyse prospect pools for most efficient development.

5. Identify, assess and utilise diverse sources of information to the best effect for the tasks in hand.

6. Review of media for relevant intelligence on alumni and potential supporters.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications 

Essential

A1 Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills through personal development and progression in a similar related role(s). Or Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 8 (Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4, Higher National Diploma) or equivalent, and experience of personal development in a similar role. Educated to degree level or equivalent.

A2 Up-to-date knowledge of GDPR-compliant research methods: post holders would have to deal with GDPR queries from fundraising colleagues.

A3 Educated to Degree Level or equivalent.

Skills

Essential

C1 Evidence of data analytical skills and proven experience in processing and manipulating large data sets using Excel.

C2 Excellent written and verbal communications skills, with the confidence and capability to deal with a wide range of people pleasantly and positively by telephone, email and in person.

C3 Ability to manage a varied workload including good time management, working to deadlines when required.

C4 Excellent accuracy and attention to detail with good editing skills.

C5 Self-motivation and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

C6 Ability to work pro-actively, using initiative to anticipate and solve problems.

Experience

Essential

E1 Demonstrable experience in a similar prospect research role.

E2 Experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar database package.

Desirable

F1 Experience of project work.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 5, £26,338 - £30,805 per annum pro rata.

This post is part time (20 hours per week) and fixed term until 31 March 2026 in the first instance.

Please Note: The University would consider a secondment opportunity for this post. Applicants should seek clearance for release for secondment from their employers / line manager before making a formal application.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University  https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

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Closing Date:  18 May 2025