Job Reference: 996374

About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced and innovative UX Designer Specialist to join our team at Curtin University. This full-time, continuing position (1.0 FTE) is tailored for a seasoned professional who will take the lead in creating engaging and satisfying experiences for our users. In this role, you will be expected to leverage your extensive knowledge and expertise to drive design strategy and elevate the overall user experience across our digital platforms.

Using insights from user research and analysis, you will guide the entire design process, from initial concepts to final releases. Your expertise will include storytelling, persona design, journey mapping, prototyping, and wireframe creation, ensuring that every part of our products meets high standards of quality and user satisfaction.

In addition to hands-on design work, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams on various projects aimed at improving learning and teaching outcomes. These projects might range from complex solutions like 3D viewers to simpler web forms and reporting tools. Your focus areas will include content strategy, visual design, information architecture, and user research.

By aligning frontend product development with validated designs, you will play a crucial role in shaping our products and delivering exceptional user experiences.

Who we are looking for - Selection Criteria

1. A relevant degree or equivalent experience in UX design, supported by a strong portfolio.
2. Proficiency in user-centred design principles and problem-solving abilities to meet business goals.
3. Knowledge of current design practices and trends.
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to engage professionally with clients.
5. Capability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively within a team.
6. Experience working in an Agile environment and using Agile methodologies to achieve incremental results.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working in a university or higher education environment and an awareness of the uses of ICT within universities.

Role Requirements:

• As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered.
• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.
• Ability to work outside of normal office hours when required.

Your new Team: Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS)

About Curtin University

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!

For more information about Curtin, please visit www.curtin.edu.au

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW and provide the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria stated in this advertisement

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: Friday, 30th May 2025

Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.