Orientation Peer Adviser (OPA) - IE in Harrisonburg

Closes:Oct 30 2026

Want to make a difference at JMU? As an Orientation Peer Adviser, you'll welcome new students and their supporters during Summer Orientation and the Weeks of Welcome and serve as a trusted resource throughout their transition to college. By sharing your experiences and building meaningful connections, you'll help new Dukes feel supported, confident, and ready to succeed. If you're passionate about helping others and proud to be a Duke, apply to join the OPA team!

RTA Lecturer, Health Sciences in Harrisonburg

The Department of Health Sciences in the College of Health and Behavioral Studies at James Madison University offers a dynamic Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences curriculum. The Health Sciences major is designed for students interested in understanding the causes of disease, strategies for promoting wellness and behavior change, and the scientific basis and methodologies for analyzing health concerns for both individuals and populations. Upon degree completion, graduates are prepared for immediate employment in multiple allied health areas or a pathway to graduate studies in a variety of disciplines, including medicine, optometry, pharmacy, nursing, public health, and other professional preparation programs. The successful candidate will join a strong and engaged faculty at one of the nation’s outstanding public universities. Because we educate future healthcare professionals, we recognize our ethical responsibility to educate students and to advocate for dignity, caring and fair treatment for all. Health Sciences faculty are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Our college actively engages in practices that promote a welcoming learning environment and foster a sense of belonging and student success, where colleagues can thrive in teaching, research, and service. We invite applications for a Renewable Term Appointment at the Lecturer rank to join our team. The position has an anticipated start date in January 2027 (for spring semester classes). RANK Lecturer, Renewable Term Appointment, 10-Month

Maintenance and Planner/Scheduler (Two Positions) in Harrisonburg

James Madison University Facilities Management is seeking applicants for our Maintenance and Planner/Scheduler positions. A successful candidate will independently schedule resources in support of maintenance, events, and projects by effectively communicating needs with customers, managers and supervisors.

Assistant Professor, Strategic Communication/Public Relations - School of Communication Studies in Harrisonburg

The School of Communication Studies at James Madison University invites applications for a tenure-track Strategic Communication / Public Relations faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor. Employment begins in August 2027. We seek an innovative scholar and educator whose teaching, research, and professional experiences advance the study and practice of strategic communication and public relations. We welcome candidates who combine strong scholarly potential, excellent teaching, and professional or applied expertise and who can contribute to the School’s undergraduate public relations curriculum and graduate strategic communication program. The successful candidate will join a vibrant program with an active and award-winning PRSSA chapter and student-run public relations firm. The School’s Public Relations program has also been recognized by the PRWeek Awards, including an honorable mention for Education Program of the Year. These opportunities provide an exceptional environment for faculty to connect scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional practice.

Assistant Professor- Political Science (Political Theory) in Harrisonburg

The Department of Political Science at James Madison University invites applications for one tenure track assistant professor position in Political Science with a specialization in Political Theory.