Development Researcher
- Location
- Lincoln Center, NY
- Listed
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About the role
The Development Researcher identifies, qualifies, and researches individuals, corporations, and foundations in support of the fundraising efforts of the Metropolitan Opera. The Development Researcher ensures all documents are prepared, proofread, and distributed in a timely manner as well as handling various tasks to support the Research department.
Primary Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth prospect research and analysis on individuals, corporations and foundations to assess philanthropic capacity, interests, and affinity
- Prepare clear, concise and confidential donor profiles, briefings and research reports to support cultivation, solicitation and stewardship
- Utilize a variety of research resources and screening tools (iWave, LexisNexis, Altrata, web sources, etc.) to identify and verify prospect information
- Respond to research requests and collaborate with Development Operations, Analytics and frontline fundraising staff to support strategic fundraising efforts
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date prospect research data in Tessitura
- Montior news, philanthropic activity, business developments, and other publicly available information to identify relevant updates on donors and prospects
- Assist in maintaining research standards, documentation, and departmental procedures
- Leverage AI and other emerging technologies, where appropriate, to improve research efficiency while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and data integrity
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- At least two to four years of research experience in a non-profit setting
- Excellent communication and writing skills, attention to detail, accuracy and proper grammar and punctuation
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information and material in a discreet manner
- Ability to accommodate shifting priorities and meet deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and research resources
- Familiarity with web-based research resources and use of databases
- Tessitura skills a plus
Physical Demands
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work well under pressure
- Ability to communicate effectively and interact professionally with colleagues
- This is a hybrid position
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The Metropolitan Opera is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
From Metropolitan Opera's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 12, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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