The River Campus Libraries (RCL) seeks a creative and collaborative UI/UX Designer to join the Digital & Research Strategies portfolio. The incumbent will lead user interface design, functional prototyping, and graphic design efforts for RCL’s digital initiatives, including the library’s web presence, research applications, AR/VR projects, wayfinding, and physical and digital signage. Reporting to Assistant Dean, Digital & Research Strategies, the UI/UX Designer leverages strong skills in user experience design, experience in front-end web development, and expertise in visual design to create transformative and engaging digital tools, services, and experiences. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: UX/UI Design 40% · Champion user-centered interaction models · Maintain knowledge of current and emerging UI design concepts, standards, and best practices · Develop UI mockups and prototypes to communicate design ideas to stakeholders and support project planning · Illustrate design ideas by leveraging wireframes, story boards, user flows, process flows, and site maps · Design graphic user interface elements like menus, controls, and other visual elements in alignment with University standards and guidelines · Create usable and accessible graphics, images, and logos for physical signs and web and mobile applications · Collaborate with staff to consistently improve functionality and experience of RCL digital initiatives Support for Front-End Development 20% · Collaborate with developers to build, test, and implement responsive web applications and experiences · Particpate in the design of software platform architecture and databases, as appropriate · Understand project requirements and carry out project planning, tracking, and implementation activities Support for Library Initiatives 20% · Collaborate with the immersive technologies program (Studio X) to provide UI and UX expertise for select AR/VR projects · Collaborate with the Digital Scholarship Lab to provide UI and UX expertise for select faculty research projects · Collaborate with other RCL departments to provide UI and UX expertise for select library initiatives · Provide guidance and information on emerging trends and new technologies Professional Development 10% · Explore new trends in user experience, interface design, programming and development · Prototype new tools and run pilot projects to test new technologies · Participate in professional networks and organizations to expand knowledge base and share our work with a broader community Miscellaneous Duties: 10% · Maintains currency with library functions, resources, practices and procedures · Participates in and contributes towards River Campus Libraries and University committees, meetings, and events · Maintains professional collaborations with River Campus Libraries colleagues and university constituencies · Performs other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS Required: · Bachelor’s degree plus relevant programming experience (2+ years combined between education and experience) · Portfolio highlighting multiple projects and your direct contributions · Experience applying user-centered philosophies and interaction design best practices · Ability to translate user ideas and design mock-ups to working prototypes · Knowledge of HTML5, CSS and SASS · Knowledge of JavaScript · Working knowledge of version control software (Git) · Experience with design software (Sketch, Adobe Creative Cloud) · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders · Ability to work independently and in a team environment with a high degree of accountability · Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity and inclusion · Familiarity with WCAG 2.0 and 508 Accessibility guidelines Preferred: ● Background in user interface design, user experience, and/or computer science ● Knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, Foundation) ● Familiarity with major CMS and MVC frameworks (Drupal, WordPress, Omeka, Django) ● Familiarity with multiple development stacks (LAMP, MERN) ● Comfortable working in a Unix environment ● Familiarity with game design engines (Unity, Unreal) ● Familiarity with package management tools (Yarn, NPM) TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: http://www.rochester.edu/working/hr/jobs/ Reference ID: 221084 *When applying online, please upload your cover letter & resume as one pdf document. Position will remain open until filled. The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer: EOE Minorities / Females / Protected/ Veterans / Disabled ---- Brought to you by code4lib jobs: https://jobs.code4lib.org/jobs/43056-ui-ux-designer
