RS UI UX Designer

ROLE OVERVIEW

Research Software (RS) UI/UX Designers work in a variety of different research domains, and in a variety of different teams. The RS UI/UX Designer is responsible for project research, development of user journeys, concepts development, design and front-end development of web tools and online projects. They work closely with analysts and software engineers to develop and implement information architecture across projects and produce a fully functional product. Their focus is on innovation, impact, and public engagement, pushing the boundaries while respecting industry standards and accessibility. Their goal is to produce products of the highest design quality possible within the available budget, and with attention to best practice in research methods, visualization, and digital publishing. They are expected to contribute to the development of eResearch capability in their immediate department, research group, or laboratory as well as across the university, and be aware of best practices in software development, digital research methods, data visualization, and data management.

POSITION PURPOSE

RS UI/UX Designers work with analysts, developers, clients, and stakeholders throughout the research process from concept development to technical delivery. They develop requirements and evaluate the technical feasibility of different development approaches, and then implement them in partnership with technical teams. They often work with institutional brand specialists, and external design teams. They have strengths with industry design products such as Adobe Creative Suit (or equivalent) software, and solid technical understanding of HTML, CSS, Javascript and/or relevant technical frameworks. Their emphasis on design or technical development will vary from person to person and team to team. They are focused on maximizing both the end user experience, and the impact and quality of digital research publications. An understanding of database design, data analysis, and visualization is becoming increasingly important, along with an ability to present information in a readable and transparent manner.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• Faculties
• eResearch
• IT Research Solutions
• Research Management Directorates
• Library
• Assigned academic, laboratory and/or research communities
• RSE community

SDLC Roles

• Developer
• Tester
• Analyst
• Team Leader