Global Research Engagement Lead

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia seeks an Assistant Director of Global and International Research Engagement to advance the university's international research presence and align it with JMU's mission as a public, student-centered R2 institution.

You will lead strategic initiatives, identify and promote international funding opportunities, advise faculty on sponsor alignment and competitiveness, and cultivate durable partnerships with universities, governments, NGOs, and

Qualifications

• Earned Masters degree in a relevant academic or professional field.
• Experience in international research engagement, global partnerships, research development, or related areas within higher education or research organizations.
• Strong communication and cross-cultural engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, and promote international research funding opportunities aligned with JMU's priorities.
• Advise faculty on sponsor alignment, proposal positioning, and competitiveness in international funding contexts.
• Support development of strong international funding concepts, narratives, and collaboration models.
• Coordinate with research development, grant administration, and campus partners to align proposal development and submission strategies.
• Provide strategic leadership for JMU's global and international research engagement portfolio.
• Promote inclusive access to international research engagement for early career faculty and interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

International collaboration

Cross-cultural engagement

Research development

Education

Master's degree

Job description

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia seeks an Assistant Director of Global and International Research Engagement to advance the university's international research presence and align it with JMU's mission as a public, student-centered R2 institution.

You will lead strategic initiatives, identify and promote international funding opportunities, advise faculty on sponsor alignment and competitiveness, and cultivate durable partnerships with universities, governments, NGOs, and