Web UX​/UI Specialist , Division of Marketing & Communication

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Apply now Job no: 501289
Work type: Regular Full‑Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Professional

The Web UX/UI Specialist will be responsible for working with various stakeholders and development teams to create useful, effective, and visually appealing interfaces for the Rowan University website and related web-based initiatives. This position requires a keen eye for design and the ability to translate user needs into intuitive and engaging digital experiences. Key responsibilities include creating wireframes, user flows, and information architecture, as well as providing art direction.

The position reports to the Director of Web Strategy and Development in the Rowan University Division of Marketing & Communication. Some evening, weekend, and holiday work is to be expected. Candidates must follow the residency requirements outlined by the New Jersey AFT.

• Create detailed wireframes, functional prototypes, and high‑fidelity mockups to illustrate design concepts and interactions for various university web projects.
• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing to identify users needs and behaviors.
• Create personas, user journey maps, wireframes, and prototypes to ensure an optimal user experience.
• Analyze user feedback and website data to continuously improve usability and functionality.
• Coordinate with the CMS Architect on the product road map, with regard to design and user experience.
• Collaborate with back‑end and front‑end developers, external stakeholders, and marketing teams to develop solutions that facilitate a positive, consistent user experience and meet business requirements.
• Work with various internal and external teams to design user interfaces that are visually compelling, cohesive, and adhere to Rowan University brand standards.
• Monitor Rowan University web properties for adherence to accessibility requirements and guidelines as defined by the ADA and WCAG and implement solutions to ensure accessibility compliance.
• Maintain and leverage website analytics to gather user insights, inform design decisions, and provide data to assist stakeholders with various marketing campaigns.
• Create documentation, style guide, and other training materials to define and implement interface usability, consistency, and accessibility standards.
• Stay up to date with digital trends and best practices to continually improve the user experience and information architecture of the university website.
• Provide support for other various Rowan University website projects and initiatives.

• A master’s degree in user experience, human‑computer interaction, web design, graphic design,…