Biomedical Science Careers Program Director of Development

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Biomedical Science Careers Program (BSCP) exists to ensure people of every race, ethnicity, gender, and financial background are represented in science and medicine, while also enabling science-related industries and institutions to build a more inclusive workforce. For many students today, a future in science or medicine is nothing more than a fantasy, if they even dream about it  students often didn’t see doctors or nurses who represented them growing up.

Many didn’t have anyone encouraging their scientific curiosity at school or  more than 50% are from families where one or both parents only have a high school diploma. These barriers result in a huge loss of talent for our sector. And the costs are significant for all of us, from patients to doctors and beyond.

BSCP’s strategy is rooted in helping students build confidence, connections, and community—three pillars critical for success in the competitive biomedical field. We help break down the barriers that prevent many promising young people from pursuing a future in the biomedical fields. We connect talented students and fellows with the mentors, tools, and experiences needed for success in this competitive environment. We build a community that provides a space where they feel respected, valued, and free to be themselves.

Since 1991, more than 18,000 students and fellows have benefited from BSCP’s work. This includes participants from all fifty states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico, as well as representation from 41 countries.

To provide these supports and resources to students at no cost to participants, BSCP will raise more than $2.5 million through private philanthropy in 2026—a number we anticipate increasing in future years as programs and staffing grow. We have had a successful track record of growth since 2023, with a 54% increase in revenue for our annual Evening of Hope gala celebration and a 25% increase in contributions raised outside of the event.

To build on this momentum, as we enter our 35th anniversary year, BSCP is seeking a collaborative fundraising professional who is a natural relationship builder to help lead and expand our development program. As the first Director of Development, this new position will be responsible for growing philanthropic support from individuals and corporations; cultivating and stewarding relationships with partners, supporters, and prospects;

advancing supporter engagement efforts; and collaborating with program staff to engage corporate partners and their employees with volunteer opportunities.

The Director of Development will report to BSCP’s Executive Director and work closely with our longtime Development and Communications Strategist. The Strategist is currently under contract through December of 2026 and will ensure a robust, responsive implementation of fundraising and communications systems at the organization. The Director will have access to additional external supports, including an events management vendor, a database expert for our donor management system, and a graphic designer.

The primary responsibilities for the Director of Development position include the following:

• Lead BSCP’s front-facing development efforts through building relationships and growing philanthropic support from a portfolio of individuals, family foundations, and corporate partners.
• Design a donor stewardship program with tiered levels of engagement for BSCP’s supporter base; collectively implement the program with team.
• Connect corporate supporters to volunteer opportunities with BSCP programs and facilitate smooth handoff to programs staff for direct engagement.

• Plan and execute small-scale cultivation and fundraising events (two to three in 2026), often in conjunction with major organizational programs, to introduce new people to the organization, connect supporters with students, and deepen existing relationships.
• Work as part of team to execute BSCP’s annual Evening of Hope celebration, particularly around sponsorship outreach,…