Junior UX Designer 24/25
Closing Date: 01/05/2025

Lancaster University is at the forefront of the digital revolution in Higher Education. As one of the top universities globally, we have a strong commitment to innovation and leveraging new technologies. In the IT Partnering and Innovation (ITPI) Team, we are dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for our students and staff, whether they are on campus or remote.

Join our team and contribute to the transformation of digital experiences at Lancaster University.

The Opportunity: The ITPI team in Information Systems Services (ISS) is seeking a talented Junior UX Designer to support the development of user-centric solutions across various digital platforms.

In this role, you will work closely with our team of professionals to enhance the usability and accessibility of our applications, positively impacting the university community.

Interviews: w.c. 5 May 2025
Location: On the Lancaster University Campus

As a Junior UX Designer, your main responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand user requirements and project objectives.
  
  
• Assisting in the creation of wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to visualize user interfaces and interactions.
  
  
• Conducting user research and usability testing to gain insights and validate design decisions.
  
  
• Participating in the iterative design process, collecting feedback, and iterating designs based on user input.
  
  
• Assisting in the creation and maintenance of design guidelines and style guides.
  
  
• Collaborating with developers to ensure the successful implementation of designs.
  
  
• Keeping up to date with industry best practices and emerging trends in UX design. 

To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and attributes: 

• Understanding of user-centred design principles and methodologies.

• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Adobe XD, Sketch, or Figma.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently on assigned tasks.
  
  
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality designs within given deadlines.
  
  
• Excellent communication skills to effectively articulate design decisions and receive feedback.
  
  
• Enthusiasm for learning and staying updated with the latest UX design trends and techniques.

• Familiarity with HTML and CSS, enabling collaboration with developers for seamless implementation.
  
  
• Experience with usability testing methods and tools.
  
  
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and guidelines.
  

• Basic understanding of front-end development principles.

• Collaboration
• Creativity
• Curiosity
• Problem-solving
• Research
• Self-motivation
• Teamwork
• Verbal and written communication