UAB Advancement is committed to cultivating a staff that understands the condition of the donor relationship is directly related to the well-being of the team. We support one another. We set high expectations for ourselves and those we work beside. We are the power behind the will to further push the research, innovation, and entrepreneurship envelope in our city and around the globe.
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Development Coordinator – Heersink School of Medicine
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Development Coordinator to join the Heersink School of Medicine development office. The primary responsibility of this position is to work closely with and support the Development efforts of assigned areas. This includes performing administrative duties such as CRM input and management, calendaring, scheduling travel, writing and editing copy for correspondence and submitting reimbursements. Candidates must have excellent project management, analytical and organizational skills.
This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Development within the Heersink School of Medicine. The Development Coordinator works with the Development Officers and other University personnel and must be able to function as an integral part of a team to facilitate successful fundraising programs. To be successful in this position, you must have a positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills. You must be a problem solver, be efficient, be able to proactively plan initiatives, and be able to manage multiple tasks at once.
Position is full-time, on-site position.
Director – Heersink School of Medicine, Medical Alumni Association
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Director for the Heersink School of Medicine, Medical Alumni Association within the Office of Advancement. The position is responsible for developing and implementing engagement, communication, and event strategies that strengthen and enhance programs for alumni and student engagement. The Director will manage student and young alumni programming, plan and execute meetings, educational programs, special events and more to enhance alumni engagement efforts.
This position reports directly to the Senior Director of the Medical Alumni Association and serves as an integral member of both the Heersink School of Medicine Development team and UAB Advancement.
This position is full-time, hybrid eligible after the probationary period.
Administrative Associate
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an Administrative Associate to join the Office of Advancement. The primary responsibility of this position is to work closely with and support the Executive Directors of Development for Professional Schools and University Schools and Colleges. The incumbent will provide comprehensive administrative, operational, and fiscal support by coordinating calendars, meetings, travel, communications, records management, and office operations.
The incumbent will serve as a professional point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring exceptional customer service, effective communication, and efficient office procedures. The Administrative Associate will have strong organizational, technical, and administrative skills to support the Executive Directors.
Position is a full-time, on-site position.
Director of Development – Heersink School of Medicine
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Director of Development for the Heersink School of Medicine Development team. The position will serve as a primary frontline major gift officer for assigned departments, centers, and institutes within the Heersink School of Medicine. This includes developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies to advance philanthropic priorities within the assigned units.
The Director of Development will work with department chairs, division directors, physicians, faculty, grateful patients, alumni, corporations, foundations, and volunteers. The incumbent will partner collaboratively with Advancement colleagues to ensure an exceptional donor experience and maximize fundraising outcomes.
This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Development II and serves as an integral member of both the Heersink School of Medicine Development team and UAB Advancement.
This position is full-time, hybrid eligible after the probationary period.
Director of Development - Heersink School of Medicine/UAB Medicine
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Director of Development for the Heersink School of Medicine/UAB Medicine team. The primary responsibilities are to develop and implement strategies for identifying, cultivating, and successfully soliciting individuals, corporations and foundations and grateful patients for major gifts. The position will work with the Department Chairs and others within the Departments/Divisions to manage the planning and execution of appropriate cultivation and stewardship special events, including planning and hosting visits by donors and their representatives.
Assistant Director – Development - School of Health Professions
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an Assistant Director of Development to join UAB’s School of Health Professions. The Assistant Director is expected to efficiently solicit and close a defined number of mid-level gifts within a specified timeframe in support of the school. This includes intentional meetings with unqualified and/or qualified prospects to build and maintain a portfolio of mid-to-high net worth prospects. The incumbent is expected to meet/exceed established metrics on an annual basis – including dollar, visit, solicitations and proposals presented goals. This position will report to the Director of Development for the School of Health Professions and will be an integral member of the University Advancement team.
This position is hybrid-eligible after the probationary period.
Development Coordinator – School of Nursing
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Development Coordinator to join the School of Nursing office of development and alumni relations. The primary responsibility of this position is to work closely with and support the Development efforts of assigned areas in securing major gifts. This includes performing administrative duties such as CRM input and management, calendaring, scheduling travel, submitting reimbursements, and performing other duties as assigned. Candidates must have excellent project management, analytical and organizational skills.
Development Coordinator – School of Engineering
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Development Coordinator to join the School of Engineering. The primary responsibility of this position is to work closely with and support the Director of Development in securing major gifts. The incumbent will provide essential operational, administrative, and event support to advance philanthropic priorities. With support of the Director of Development, the Development Coordinator will help to strengthen relationships with donors, prospects, alumni, and corporate partners.
Development Coordinator – Heersink School of Medicine
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Development Coordinator to join the Heersink School of Medicine development office for the Department of Medicine. The primary responsibility of this position is to work closely with and support the Development efforts of assigned areas in securing major gifts and recognizing major gift donors and volunteers. This includes performing administrative duties such as CRM input and management, grateful patient workflow, managing the Department of Medicine donor acknowledgement process, supporting activities of the two Department of Medicine volunteer boards and cultivation activities for the center, calendaring, and submitting reimbursements.
Director of Development – Heersink School of Medicine/UAB Medicine
Description:
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Director of Development for the Heersink School of Medicine/UAB Medicine team. The primary responsibilities are to develop and implement strategies for identifying, cultivating, and successfully soliciting individuals, corporations and foundations and grateful patients for major gifts. The position will work with the Department Chairs and others within the Departments/Divisions to manage the planning and execution of appropriate cultivation and stewardship special events, including planning and hosting visits by donors and their representatives.
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From health insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement plans to medical leaves and life insurance, UAB offers a comprehensive suite of health and retirement benefits to all benefit-eligible employees. In addition to its traditional benefits programs, UAB provides employees with a variety of perks and resources to support you at home and at work.
