Stanford University is one of the world's premier academic and research institutions, devoting tremendous intellectual and physical resources toward the betterment of humanity. As a major Bay Area employer, Stanford seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world. In turn, the university is committed to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives. The Office of Development (OOD) advances Stanford's mission by raising philanthropic support from alumni, parents, families, friends, and institutional funders. Working in concert with volunteers and academic leaders, OOD staff members strive to accelerate Stanford's purposeful impact in the world. Stanford is committed to a donor-centric approach to development. Every member of the Office of Development staff plays a role in providing the university's donors with the service and attention that ensures an exceptionally positive and fulfilling philanthropic experience. Stanford Medicine is a world-class academic medical institution comprising Stanford University School of Medicine, a research-intensive medical school, and Stanford Health Care, a regional hospital system that is nationally recognized for quality patient care and leading-edge technology. Stanford's top-ranking Medical Center Development (MCD) team supports the goals and purposes of Stanford Medicine, including a significant focus on securing resources to realize the aspirations of the medical enterprise in alignment with the Stanford University-wide strategic vision. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Administrative Services on the Infrastructure team at MCD, the Major Gifts Development Officer will support and enhance the success of the Major Gifts development efforts for the Biomedical Discovery Team and the Executive Director of Major Gifts, along with overall Stanford Medicine priorities and initiatives. In this role, you will partner with gift officers by providing project and programmatic support and developing strategies for prospect identification, solicitation, and proposal development. You will operate independently in coordinating internal support with colleagues, volunteers, and other university staff to assist in establishing and maintaining relationships with all university constituencies.