Graphic Designer​/Technical Artist - GI Design Services

Overview

The UAF Geophysical Institute is seeking a graphic designer/technical illustrator to develop a variety of print and digital communication products. This position works within GI’s Communications/Design Services team using graphic design, digital illustration, art direction, and publishing skills/knowledge to craft visual communication publications/products intended for a variety of diverse, internal and external audiences ranging from K-12 education outreach to science experts.

Products and publications include highly technical and scientifically accurate complex illustrations; data-driven maps; infographics that translate science concepts; research proposal figures; reports and scientific journal articles; digital presentations; large-format displays; brochures and information sheets; K-12 lesson plans; books and booklets; and other publications as needed.

To thrive in this role, the candidate needs to be self-motivated, able to reliably meet and juggle multiple deadlines, have excellent customer service skills, and work well within a team environment. They will also be comfortable collaborating with faculty and staff, soliciting feedback, and making design changes to meet the needs of the client, federal partners, UAF, and GI. A successful candidate will have advanced skill with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, as well as Microsoft PowerPoint and/or Google Slides, and be well versed in meeting accessibility compliance standards.

• Bachelor’s degree related to visual communications or equivalent
• 2 years professional experience in graphic arts, digital illustration or other relevant field

This position is full‑time, Grade 7/8, term funded, non‑exempt, 12‑month position complete with a competitive salary and UA employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule based on education and experience.

This position will be physically located at the UAF campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. The successful finalist will be expected to report to duty at the UAF office on the first day of employment. Remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University’s discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position’s job duties.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, portfolio, and the names and contact information of three professional references with your application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified. To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.

Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

If you need assistance applying to this posting, please contact GI – Office of Human Resources at 907‑474‑7357 or at uaf‑gi‑hr.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.