MUSE Research Program Coordinator

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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