Research and Development Director jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Research and Development Director directs and implements an organization's research and development policies, objectives, and initiatives. Ensures research and development activities will maintain an organization's competitive position and profitability. Being a Research and Development Director consults with top management and research and development team and makes recommendations based on research findings and product performance. May require an advanced degree. Additionally, Research and Development Director typically reports to top management. The Research and Development Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Research and Development Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Development
  • Zach Johnson Foundation
  • Rapids, IA FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Development Director

    Location: Hiawatha, IA

    Terms: Full-time exempt

    Schedule:

    • Primarily Monday-Friday with flexible working hours, some nights and weekends, as required
    • Office location is in Hiawatha, IA

    Salary: Minimum starting salary of $80,000/yr., commensurate with experience

    Job Overview: The Development Director is responsible for development and execution of all funding initiatives including major gifts, annual campaigns, planned giving, foundation grants, corporate partnerships, and more to support the Foundation’s mission. The primary goal of this role is to drive significant revenue growth, increase donor engagement, and ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the Foundation.

    Duties/Responsibilities:

    Fundraising Strategy:

    • Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising and resource development strategy aligned with the Foundation’s mission and goals.
    • Obtain and maintain a strong understanding of the Kids on Course program and all its facets.
    • In collaboration with the Board and Executive Director, set annual goals and budgets aligned to short- and long-term goals.

    Donor Relations:

    • Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing donors and supporters.
    • Identify and cultivate relationships with new, high-net worth donors and planned giving prospects for major gifts (ranging from six to seven digits in size).
    • Develop and grow relationships with a select group of donor prospects.

    Grant Writing Management:

    • Seek out and apply for potential sources of support including grants and public funding.
    • Manage the grant application process, including tracking deadlines, gathering required documentation, and submitting proposals.
    • Source, manage, and oversee completion of grants with the internal ZJF team or through a third-party writer.

    Communication & Organization

    • Oversees the fundraising process, maintains records of receipts and disbursements of funds in donor database in collaboration with the Director of Finance and Operations.
    • Maintains a list of both current and potential donors including corporations, foundations, and individuals.
    • Works with the Director of Marketing and Events to produce relevant and informative fundraising literature for distribution to previous donors and the public.

    Required Skills/Abilities:

    • Proven track record in fundraising, preferably with a strong background in personal solicitation.
    • Demonstrated experience conducting major fundraising activities at the six-figure level and above, including capital and annual giving campaigns.
    • Strong organizational skills, particularly planning, managing deadlines, and evaluating progress are required.
    • A solid understanding of current laws regarding taxability of donations, regulations pertaining to fundraising—especially planned gifts, deferred giving strategies, and knowledge of a diverse array of financial instruments are essential.
    • Excellent, persuasive, and clear written and verbal skills.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills.
    • Competence with and commitment to diversity and inclusion; ability to be an effective partner with a diverse group of staff, students, donors and other stakeholders.
    • Well-developed leadership abilities and willingness to take risks and solve problems creatively.
    • Effective ability to use and learn computers, technology, software, and applications at level of sophistication required for the duties of the position, including, without limitation, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint and PowerPoint), the internet, and databases.



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Director, Office of Undergraduate Research
  • Jobs@UIOWA Careers
  • Iowa, IA FULL_TIME
  • To provide a leadership role in university-wide undergraduate research efforts as Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) as a unit of the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVP...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Director of Business Development/Admissions
  • Aspire Nursing and Rehab of Washington
  • Washington, IA FULL_TIME
  • Aspire of Washington has an opportunity for a full-time Director of Business Development. We believe our focus on the overall wellness of our residents and our commitment to making a difference is wha...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Director, Organizational Development & Learning
  • Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids
  • Rapids, IA FULL_TIME
  • The Director of Organizational Development & Learning supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by partnering with key internal and external stakeholders to assess, develop and execute comp...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Research Assistant - ICTS Clinical Research Unit
  • ICTS Clinical Research Unit - Jobs@UIOWA Careers
  • Iowa, IA FULL_TIME
  • The University of Iowa Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) Clinical Research Unit (CRU) is seeking a research assistant to be an integral member of the research team. This position...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Assistant Director of Development, Health Science Colleges
  • University of Iowa Center for Advancement
  • Iowa, IA FULL_TIME
  • Advances the University of Iowa (UI) and the initiatives of the assigned unit by building a portfolio of major gift prospects and working collaboratively with the supervisor and other UI Center for Ad...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Executive Director
  • House of Hope
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Job Description Job Description Principle Function: The Executive Director provides leadership, management of all fundra...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Geospatial Data Specialist I, II, or III (IT)
  • City of Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Salary : $53,872.00 - $72,758.40 Annually Location : CSC- 500 15th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, IA Job Type: Full-Time Departmen...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent / Senior Revenue Agent (Examiner)-12 Month Roster AMENDED
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Duties WHAT IS THE LARGE BUSINESS AND INTERNATIONAL DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: https...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Neurology Clinic - Clinic Services Specialist
  • University of Iowa
  • Iowa City, IA
  • The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Neurology is seeking a Clinical Services Specialist to provid...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Civil Estimator
  • SST Direct
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • DIRECT HIRE: This opportunity is located in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN area. A fantastic Construction Estimator opport...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Compliance Specialist
  • GreatAmerica Financial Services
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • GreatAmerica Financial Services is a highly successful entrepreneurial company providing equipment financing to business...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Strategic Sourcing Manager - Remote
  • Ryko Solutions Inc
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • National Carwash Solutions has grown over the past 50 years to become North America's largest equipment, service, and cl...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

The city is divided into four quadrants, used in addressing. 1st Avenue (U.S. Route 151 Business) divides the north and south sides of the city, and the Cedar River divides east and west. Mays Island, in the middle of the river, is the only area of the city where addresses have no quadrant. Areas outside the city limits that have a Cedar Rapids mailing address do not use the quadrants either. Except in the downtown area, 1st Avenue and the Cedar River tend to run diagonally instead of along the cardinal directions. Due to the curving of 1st Avenue, there are some areas in western Cedar Rapids ...
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Income Estimation for Research and Development Director jobs
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa area prices
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