Health Sciences Student Assistant - FWS

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA seeks a Health Sciences Student Assistant (FWS) for the 2026-2027 academic year. This part‑time role requires federal work‑study eligibility and up to 10 hours per week, with an hourly pay of $12.77.

Duties include assisting faculty, managing records, data entry in Word/Excel, filing, copier/scanner use, and occasional reception support. The successful candidate will be professional, reliable, and capable of working independently while maintaining

Qualifications

• Must be Federal Work-Study eligible.
• Able to work 10 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills.
• Professional attitude.
• Shows initiative.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to faculty/staff as needed.
• Record management, computerized and manual.
• Filing, data entry using Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software.
• Operation of copier/scanner.
• Complete projects and duties assigned in a timely manner.
• Occasional assistance at main office reception desk if needed.
• Respect the confidentiality of documents being handled and the department.
• Be responsible, professional, and dependable at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Professional attitude

Initiative

Dependable

Education

Enrolled as degree-seeking student (half-time)

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Working Title: Health Sciences Student Assistant - FWS

State Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type:Federal Work Study

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: N/A

College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies

Department: 100056 - Health Sciences

Pay Band:

Pay Rate:Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $12.77

Is this a JMU only position?N/A

Is this a grant-funded position?No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position?N/A

Beginning Review Date:

About JMU:

Situated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.
JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.
JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.

General Information:

The Department of Health Sciences is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented student assistant for the 2026-2027 academic year. The student must be FWS eligible. The student must be able to work 10 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Provide assistance to faculty/staff as needed
-Record management, computerized and manual
-Filing, data entry using Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software
-Operation of copier/scanner
-Complete projects and duties assigned in a timely manner
-Occasional assistance at main office reception desk if needed
-Respect the confidentiality of documents being handled and the department
-Be responsible, professional, and dependable at all times

Qualifications:

-Must be Federal Work-Study eligible
-Able to work 10 hours per week, Monday-Friday
-Ability to work independently
-Good communication skills
-Professional attitude
-Shows initiative
-Excellent organizational skills
-Proficient with Word and Excel

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:

Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: [phone].

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at [phone] or [e-mail]. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.