The Office of Research Development assists the entire JMU community in finding and applying for grants and other forms of external funding. We provide strategic support at the individual, unit, and program level to members of all university divisions, enabling high-quality innovative projects and research. Our support enables researchers to engage with real-world problems and build partnerships with local, regional, and global communities.
Dr. Lauren Pearce
Interim Director of Research Development and Pre-Award Services
Dr. Kadir Ayhan
Research Development Manager (College of Education, JMU CARE, and AAAD)
Carol Lena Miller
Research Development Associate, College of Integrated Science and Engineering
Dr. John Peterson
Research Development Associate, College of Visual and Performing Arts
Dr. Holly Yanacek
Research Development Associate, College of Arts and Letters