ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT, PRINCIPAL GIVING (Calibr-Skaggs)

Associate Vice President, Principal Giving (Calibr-Skaggs)

Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines, a division of Scripps Research, is a first-of-its-kind, nonprofit translational research institute dedicated to creating the next generation of medicines. Calibr-Skaggs was founded on the principle that the creation of new medicines can be accelerated by pairing world-class biomedical research with state-of-the-art drug discovery and development capabilities. Scripps Research is ranked one of the most influential institutions in the world for its impact on innovation. Our educational and training programs mold talented and committed students and postdocs into leading edge scientists. Leveraging the unique scientific environment of Scripps Research, impacting translational sciences, Calibr-Skaggs has created a portfolio of drug candidates, and is shaping a new paradigm for advancing nonprofit biomedical research to impact patients while re-investing in further innovative research. We expand basic knowledge in the biosciences and use these fundamental advancements to develop profound innovations that improve wellbeing. Calibr-Skaggs' drug development portfolio spans a broad range of human diseases, including cancer, autoimmunity and inflammatory diseases, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, infectious and neglected diseases, as well as age-related and degenerative diseases. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

Associate Vice President, Principal Giving (Calibr-Skaggs) is a senior fundraising leader responsible for securing principal and transformational gifts to advance the mission of the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines, a division of Scripps Research. Serving as a key partner to faculty and executive leadership, the AVP will cultivate high-level relationships with individual philanthropists, strategic foundations, and corporate partners to support groundbreaking drug discovery and development. The role requires an entrepreneurial, persuasive, and strategic leader with a proven record of securing significant philanthropic support in biomedical research, academic medicine, or related fields.

Principal Gift Fundraising & Leadership Engagement :

• Proactively identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward principal gift prospects ($5M+), focusing on donors who align with Calibr-Skaggs' mission and vision.
• Serve as a strategic partner to Calibr-Skaggs leadership, researchers, and faculty to articulate philanthropic priorities and shape compelling cases for support. This may include regularly attending Calibr-Skaggs's meetings.
• Design and execute complex solicitation strategies that align donor interests with Scripps Research and Calibr-Skaggs' institutional goals.
• Develop and manage a portfolio of top-tier prospects, using data and research tools to track progress and maximize engagement.
• Prepare sophisticated briefing materials for leadership, including the President, to support donor interactions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Calibr-Skaggs and the President for fundraising initiatives and institutional positioning.
• Facilitate faculty involvement in philanthropic activities, ensuring individuals are prepared and supported in donor-facing roles.

Strategic Planning :

Position Requirements :

Compensation :

The expected hiring range for this position is $200,000 to $250,000, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

Comprehensive benefits include :

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The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.