Stanford University is hiring: Web Designer in Stanford

Web Designer School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States Information Technology Services Post Date Nov 07, 2024 Requisition 105145 Stanford Cardiothoracic Surgery is seeking a Web Designer 3 to be under minimal supervision, produce descriptive design requirements, storyboards, scenarios, interactive mock ups, graphics, and wireframe prototypes for complex, interactive web properties. Design and build web properties from initial vision through user acceptance. Duties include: Establish and implement a vision and strategy for the user experience and overall design that will be used in the development of all new web products supported by the group. Design leading-edge, high quality, attractive graphical user interfaces that work on all web devices, while maintaining an excellent user experience. Collaborate with web developers, and port designs to web content management as application themes, templates, views, etc.; determine and apply theme settings as needed. Articulate the pros and cons of designs, and support recommendations with clear, detailed evidence and rationale. Serve as a subject matter expert on modern design concepts and solutions and usability best practices for all web devices. Work with various clients to develop a deep understanding of the business needs, assist in the gathering of design requirements, and perform user research activities. Design, conduct, and respond to results of usability tests for websites and applications; act on findings from formal reviews, tests, and quality assurance activities. Collaborate with IT Services, University Communications, and Online Accessibility Program staff to ensure group's compliance with policies and standards around identity graphics, web content, and online accessibility. - Other duties may also be assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED): Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED): Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Expert-level skills related to interactive web design and front-end user experience and interface development, for all web devices and modern browsers. Ability to educate others on best web practices and help guide others to consider options while creating design solutions. Ability to exhibit stylistic breadth, attention to detail, and balance beauty, innovation, and usability. Demonstrated understanding of how implementation decisions impact user experience in terms of browser and device compatibility, accessibility, internationalization, and performance. Proficiency in HTML and CSS. Good working knowledge of JavaScript and JavaScript libraries. Ability to innovate. Advanced knowledge of user profiling, usability testing, and quality assurance practices; ability to design, conduct, analyze, report on, and act on usability test and QA findings. Knowledge of web analytics tools and related analyses and reporting. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation. Frequently sitting. Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand, use a telephone. Rarely lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds. Strong visual acuity. - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job. WORKING CONDITIONS: May work extended hours and weekends. WORK STANDARDS: Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,http://adminguide.stanford.edu. The expected pay range for this position is $124,455 to $150,222 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting acontact form. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Additional Information Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 4863 Employee Status: Regular Grade: J Requisition ID: 105145 Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible