The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) is one of the nation’s premier public academic medical centers and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ only public medical school. Recognized for excellence in education, research, clinical innovation, and public service, UMass Chan has built a national reputation for advancing scientific discovery while improving the health of communities across Massachusetts and beyond.

UMass Chan enters this search during a period of extraordinary momentum. Under the leadership of newly appointed Chancellor Dr. David D. McManus, the institution is building upon decades of transformative growth while positioning itself for an ambitious future. With approximately $350 million in annual research expenditures, more than $1.7 billion in NIH funding over the past decade, groundbreaking discoveries in gene therapy and digital medicine, and an expanding philanthropic landscape, UMass Chan is uniquely positioned to accelerate its mission through strategic advancement leadership.

The Opportunity

The Vice Chancellor for Advancement joins UMass Chan at a defining moment in the institution’s evolution.

Reporting directly to the Chancellor and serving on the Executive Management Council, this leader will shape and execute a bold vision for philanthropy that advances UMass Chan’s mission while building an advancement enterprise capable of supporting the institution’s long-term ambitions. Leading a talented team, the Vice Chancellor will oversee every aspect of advancement, including comprehensive fundraising, alumni engagement, donor relations, campaign strategy, corporate and foundation partnerships, advancement operations, and stewardship.

Beyond leading fundraising efforts, this role offers the opportunity to build organizational capacity, cultivate a culture where philanthropy is embraced as a strategic driver of institutional priorities, and expand UMass Chan’s philanthropic reach nationally and internationally.

For an entrepreneurial advancement leader who thrives on building high-performing organizations, opening new philanthropic pathways, and helping exceptional institutions realize their full potential, UMass Chan offers an extraordinary platform for lasting impact.

The salary range for this role is $350,000 to $400,000.