Serving a diverse population spanning multiple states beyond Utah, including Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, western Colorado, and much of Nevada, University of Utah Health is one of the top medical education institutions in the country. The sole academic medical center in Utah, University of Utah Health boasts a sprawling network of facilities, including five hospitals, 12 community clinics, and an 1,800-member strong University of Utah Medical Group. Its research enterprise, spanning six schools and colleges, encompasses disciplines ranging from medicine and dentistry to health, nursing, and pharmacy.
The College of Pharmacy ranks among the top 10 pharmacy schools in the United States, particularly for its research funding from the National Institutes of Health. The College is a leader in the application of pharmaceutical sciences to personalized medicine, driving the transformation of patient care through innovative research and the development of new therapeutics. Its faculty and students are at the forefront of pharmaceutical education and research, making significant contributions to the field and the community.
The Opportunity
The Senior Director of Advancement (SDOA) is a pivotal role focused on securing philanthropic support for the College’s scholarship, research, and community impact initiatives. This high-profile position involves managing relationships with major and principal gift-level donors and fostering long-term partnerships with alumni, faculty, administrators, and external entities such as foundations and corporations.
Reporting to the Senior Executive Director of Advancement for University of Utah Health and secondarily to the Dean of the College of Pharmacy, the SDOA will collaborate closely with various internal and external stakeholders. Key responsibilities include identifying and cultivating high-capacity donors, coordinating fundraising campaigns, and ensuring the alignment of donor interests with the College’s mission.
In partnership with the SEDOA and Dean, along with U of U Health internal and external partners, the SDOA will articulate and execute an annual advancement work plan in support of COP strategic priorities. They will also be responsible for maintaining comprehensive alumni and donor records, preparing proposals and stewardship materials, and ensuring accountability for fundraising metrics.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker who can effectively articulate the College’s vision and inspire philanthropic support to drive its continued success and innovation in pharmacy education and research.