MUSE Research Program Coordinator

MUSE is a pioneering initiative founded by Dr. Dalal Abu Amneh and Dr. Richard J. Davidson at the Center for Healthy Minds. It integrates neuroscience, psychology, music, contemplative science, and ancient wisdom to advance a multidimensional understanding of self-evolution. MUSE develops diagnostic frameworks that identify inner blind spots and creates precise contemplative, somatic, and vocalization-based therapeutic practices to support personal and collective healing. Its vision includes research programs, experiential workshops, and digital tools that make inner transformation accessible to diverse communities.

The Program Coordinator will support the strategic, operational, and administrative development of MUSE's research and experiential programs. Working closely with the Director, this role coordinates multiple project streams, supports research processes, manages communications, and assists in the creation of MUSE's diagnostic and therapeutic tools. The position requires strong organization, emotional intelligence, and alignment with MUSE's mission.

This position will require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. Occasional evening and weekend work at off-site events may be required. The primary work location is the Center for Healthy Minds.

• Coordinates the daily activities and contracts related to one or more research program(s)

• Develops policies, procedures, and institutional agreements on behalf of the program

• Monitors program budget(s) and approves unit expenditures

• Plans, develops, and implements processes and protocols to support research aims

• Assists in the development, coordination, and facilitation of trainings and workshops for internal and external audiences to disseminate research program developments and information

• Serves as a unit liaison and subject matter expert among internal and external stakeholder groups, collaborates across disciplines and functional areas, provides program information, and promotes the accomplishments and developments of scholars and research initiatives

College of Letters & Science | Center for Healthy Minds

The typical starting salary for this position is $79,521 - $93,592 depending on qualifications and experience. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays and paid time off; competitive insurance and saving accounts; and retirement benefits.

Please review the summary of benefits for more information.

• Minimum 2 years of project or program management experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated professionalism
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Proven capacity to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing, complex environment

• Experience in contemplative science, well-being programs, and/or community arts
• Familiarity with human development and/or mental health concepts
• Experience with research coordination and/or multi-stakeholder projects
• Sensitivity to cultural and spiritual dimensions of healing work
• High emotional intelligence
• Experience using discretion
• Familiarity with statistical methods and experience with statistical software

Bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, arts management, public health, or related fields required

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You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
-Resume

-Letter of Qualifications/Cover Letter

We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications/cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. Please note, there is only one attachment field. You must upload all of your documents in the attachment field.

Selected applicants will receive an invitation to participate in interviews 7-10 business days following the application deadline.

Once final applicants are identified, they will be asked to provide names and contact information for at least three professional references, including a current/former supervisor. References will not be contacted without advanced notice.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship. Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Lisa Wesley, lawesley@wisc.edu, 608-262-0196
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