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UCLA is an amazing academic institution. Located in one of the most ethnically diverse, socially vibrant cities in the world, it is the home of extraordinary ideas and life-saving discoveries. Thirty-one academic departments at UCLA rank among the top 20 in their fields. Thirteen rank among the top 10. Our faculty boasts 10 National Medal of Science winners, five Nobel Laureates, and three Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients. Every day UCLA faculty and students imagine new ways to improve lives in the community, California and the world.

As UCLA begins preparations to celebrate its Centennial, the groundwork is being laid for a multi-billion dollar capital campaign. As part of these efforts, our development organization continues to present new and enticing opportunities to excel your career. As you think about advancement roles that will truly challenge you to think, grow and make an impact, Imagine Yourself Here, paving the way for creativity and innovation as a member of our Office of Corporate, Foundation, and Research Relations (CFRR). Our CFRR team is currently seeking a Director of Medical Sciences. To learn more about our Office of Corporate, Foundation, and Research Relations, please visit their website at http://www.corporate.ucla.edu.

The Director of Medical Sciences will work to establish new and advance existing relationships between the medical sciences and their more significant corporate and foundation partners. S/he will serve as a vital coordinator and support resource to division development officers as they pursue philanthropic and other forms of support from corporations and foundations. The Director of Medical Sciences will establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with appropriate colleagues, faculty and staff in the medical school, hospital system and Dean's office at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, the Office of Research Administration and the Office of Intellectual Properties, among others. S/he will regularly meet with faculty, deans and other staff in priority areas and gain knowledge of research interests and areas of expertise. The Director will represent the medical sciences' needs and priorities by implementing campus-wide development strategies for the University's most important foundation and corporate partners. In addition, s/he will use existing technologies and data to develop prospect lists, identifying funders for priority projects and programs. S/he will contribute to cross-disciplinary development efforts that are priorities of the Office of the Chancellor as well as manage portfolio of key corporations and foundations. For a more detailed description of this position and to submit an online application, please visit http://www.developmentcareers.ucla.edu and click on "Open Positions" #14311.

UCLA offers premium benefits, including: three weeks annual vacation, 12 days sick leave and 13 paid holidays per year, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life & Disability insurance, defined benefit pension plan, and pre-tax retirement savings plans. You will also have access to special privileges such as a credit union, artistic, cultural, and recreational programs and athletic events.ã??

UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer committed to excellence through diversity.