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Office of Research
The University of Washington’s Office of Research has an outstanding opportunity for a Usability Analyst/Visual Designer with a strong background in visual communication and design.
Responsibilities:
The University of Washington receives more federal research funding than any other American public university. Last year alone, over 5000 proposals were submitted and awards totaled over one billion dollars. The Office of Research Information Service (ORIS) provides critical guidance, compliance documents, funding information, tracking tools, online application forms, and other related information. The accurate, timely, and efficient delivery of such information ensures UW’s competitive advantage over peer institutions – making UW a great place to do research. The Usability Analyst / Visual Designer will be responsible for improving the usability, navigability and credibility of various key Office of Research websites.
The Usability Analyst/Visual Designer will:
Requirements:
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification may be required prior to hire.
For a Complete Job Description: Req #: 64420
https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=64420&szCandidateID=0&szReturnToSearch=1
How to Apply: http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/jobs/apl/howtoapply.html
Part of the application process for this position includes completing an on-line cover letter assessment as well as the Employment Eligibility Assessment to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. The assessment(s) will appear on your screen for you to complete as soon as you select “Apply to this Position” on this job announcement. Once you begin the assessment, it must be completed at that time. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your “My Jobs” page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until the assessment is complete.
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
Location: University of Washington Information School
Mary Gates Hall
Anticipated Start Date: 09/16/2010
End Date: 06/30/2011
The ideal candidate will be available through the entire 2010/2011 academic year. The workload will be 15 to 20 hours per week.
Position Description
The Information School is currently searching for a student system administrator. Working closely with other members of the iSchool IT team and a full-time system administrator, the student assistant will be responsible for:
Requirements
The successful candidate must have the following:
Desired Qualifications (some combination of the following):
This position is open to ALL current University of Washington enrolled as of autumn quarter 2010.
Salary: $16.00 – $18.50/hr DOE
This position is not benefits eligible.
To apply
1. Please include a cover letter briefly describing your skills and experiences relevant to this position in one page or less.
Please submit all application materials to Uli Corner iApply@uw.edu with, “Student System Administrator” in the subject line. This position is open until filled.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans are encouraged to apply.
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