User Interface Designer (Ux/Ui Designer) #00064618

Hiring Department

Marketing and Communications

Job Description

Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) is seeking a talented and experienced UX/UI Designer with strong coding skills to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating intuitive and engaging user experiences and be proficient in front-end development. This role will collaborate closely with developers, project managers, and stakeholders to design and implement user-centric digital solutions that enhance the experience of our students, faculty, and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• User Research and Analysis:

• Conduct user research to understand user needs, preferences, and behaviors

• Analyze and interpret data to inform design decisions and improve user experience

• Create user personas, user journeys, and wireframes to communicate design concepts

• UI/UX Design:

• Design and prototype user interfaces for web and mobile applications

• Develop visually appealing and user-friendly designs that align with Missouri S&T's brand guidelines

• Ensure designs are responsive and accessible across various devices and platforms

• Front-End Development:

• Implement UI designs using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and common libraries and frameworks

• Collaborate with back-end developers to ensure seamless integration of front-end and back-end components

• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability

• Testing and Iteration:

• Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to refine and improve designs

• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and testing results

• Ensure the final product meets user needs and business objectives

• Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, project managers, and stakeholders

• Communicate design ideas and prototypes to stakeholders and gather feedback

• Stay updated on the latest UX/UI trends, tools, and technologies

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Journalism, Art, Graphic Design, Instructional Technology, or a related field is preferred

• Experience writing technical documentation and reports including, but not limited to the following: needs assessment procedures and reports, usability testing plans and reports

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related field

• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, or similar

• Strong coding skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript

• Knowledge of responsive design and accessibility standards (WCAG)

• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A portfolio demonstrating your UX/UI design and front-end development work

• Familiarity with CSS preprocessing (e.g. Sass, SCSS)

• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g. Git)

• Experience with CMS usage and administration (e.g. WordPress, Drupal)

• Experience with usability testing tools and methods

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $52,223 to $70,880 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 10

University Title: USER INTERFACE DESIGNER-EXPERT

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Application Materials

Interested candidates should attach a cover letter, resume, and portfolio of relevant work.

Application Deadline

Application review will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 573-341-4241.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 573-341-7734.

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