
Why Advancement:
Here at Stony Brook University, we are experiencing tremendous momentum. This past
year alone SBU:
- Received the largest unrestricted endowment gift to a higher education institution
in American history
- Was selected as the anchor institution for The New York Climate Exchange
- Was named the #1 Public Institution in New York by U.S. News & World Report
Stony Brook’s Office of Advancement has had a significant role in these accomplishments. By joining our team, you can be a part of the momentum that’s driving real change – across local communities and the world.
Who We Are:
Stony Brook University Advancement connects and builds relationships with friends, foundations, corporations and alumni to raise funds for the University, Stony Brook Medicine, the Long Island State Veterans Home and related funding priorities that advance the University's mission. From fundraising positions in development to roles in alumni engagement, there’s a place for YOU on our team!
Our Culture:
Every day, we strive to create an environment that’s rewarding, collaborative and. innovative. With a workplace culture that was built for our team, by our team, there’s never been a better time to be a part of Advancement! We are a diverse team that prioritizes professional development and promotes work-life balance. When you join advancement you are making an investment in yourself.
Why Stony Brook:
Stony Brook, one of America’s most dynamic public universities, is New York’s flagship university and No. 1 public university – and our excellence as an institution has never had a greater impact. Stony Brook is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, a center of academic excellence and an internationally recognized research institution that offers all students a world-class education.
Stony Brook Advancement isn’t just a job – it’s a career. Come to Stony Brook to change your life and the lives of others!
Why We Love Working Here
Why We Love Living Here
Long Island offers some of New York State's richest farmland and fishing grounds, the spectacular Atlantic beaches at Fire Island and the Hamptons, the craggy bluffs and natural harbors along Long Island Sound, and the picturesque villages of the North Shore towns. All, just about 35 miles from New York City.