Dear Clay Community, James Madison University (JMU) invites applications for the position of [Academic Unit Head (AUH) of the Department of Geology & Environmental Science](https://jobs.jmu.edu/jobs/academic-unit-head-geology-environmental-science-harrisonburg-virginia-united-states "Https://jobs.jmu.edu/jobs/academic-unit-head-geology-environmental-science-harrisonburg-virginia-united-states"), to begin July 1, 2026. This is a tenure track, 12-month, primarily administrative position at the rank of professor, with opportunities to teach, conduct research, and/or lead in their discipline. Application review will begin November 2, 2025, and the position is open until filled. I encourage you to share the advertisement to anyone you know who may be interested in the position.  Best regards,\ Chiara **Chiara Elmi, Ph.D.** *Associate professor of Mineralogy* James Madison University Department of Geology and Environmental Science 801 Carrier Drive, MSC 6903, Room 3232 Harrisonburg, VA 22801