A position for a UX Technologist at Digital Health Innovation Laboratory (DHILab)

Fondazione Bruno Kessler - FBK; Trento; In loco; EUR 39.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading research institution in Trento, Italy, is seeking a UX Technologist to design user-centered digital products in the healthcare domain. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Human-Computer Interaction, be proficient in Figma, and possess excellent collaborative skills. This position offers a fixed-term contract, full-time hours, and benefits such as flexi-time and meal vouchers. The starting date is January 2026, with a gross annual salary of €38,539.67.

Servizi

Flexi-time

Company-subsidized cafeteria or meal vouchers

Internal car park

Free training courses

Family-work balance support

Counseling and psychological support service

Competenze

• At least 1 year of UX design experience in the healthcare sector.
• Ability to translate complex workflows into intuitive and meaningful experiences.
• Experience with usability testing and user research.

Mansioni

• Conduct user research and usability testing.
• Design wireframes and interactive prototypes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Conoscenze

User-centered design methodologies

Proficiency with Figma

Understanding of front-end development principles

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Bilingual (Italian and English)

Formazione

MSc Degree in Human-Computer Interaction or related field

Strumenti

Figma

Descrizione del lavoro

A position for a UX Technologist at Digital Health Innovation Laboratory (DHILab)

Join to apply for the A position for a UX Technologist at Digital Health Innovation Laboratory (DHILab) role at Fondazione Bruno Kessler - FBK

FBK is a private research institution devoted to excellence in research in numerous disciplines and designated to the role of keeping the Autonomous Province of Trento in the mainstream of European and international research. Each research area is assigned to a specific research center, of which there are eleven total. Information regarding the research centers, their activities and production is available at http://www.fbk.eu/research-centers.

Workplace Description

The Digital Health & Wellbeing Center is one of the Centers of the Bruno Kessler Foundation (FBK). The activities of the Center for Digital Health & Wellbeing mainly concern scientific research of excellence in the field of Computer Science and AI techniques and methodologies for health and healthcare, as well as social and technological innovation for a relevant impact on both the local community and nationally and internationally.

The position is opened by the DHILab – Digital Health Innovation Laboratory research unit of the Digital Health & Wellbeing Center. The DHILab is a research and innovation unit focused on the design, development, deployment, and operation of innovative digital solutions in the field of digital health. The laboratory supports research activities by providing expertise in user experience design, human‑computer interaction, and AI‑based software components, as well as in building and managing infrastructures that meet key requirements for digital health and trustworthy AI, including privacy‑compliant data governance and technical robustness and safety. The DHILab collaborates closely with the other research units of the Center. More information is available at https://dhilab.fbk.eu/.

FBK actively seeks diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is also committed to promoting gender equality. To promote the inclusion of disabled staff as per law 68/99, the Foundation is available and interested in evaluating the applications received for technical‑scientific domains that do not correspond exactly to this call.

Job Description

FBK is looking for a UX Designer with experience in the healthcare domain, with a strong background in Human–Computer Interaction, to design user‑centered digital products across web and mobile platforms. The candidate will participate in all phases of the UX design process, from concept development to wireframing, interactive prototyping, testing, and implementation, collaborating within multidisciplinary teams including software analysts, designers, developers, and domain experts.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conducting user research, interviews, and usability testing to identify needs and insights.
• Translating research findings into information architecture, user flows, and interaction patterns.
• Designing wireframes, mockups, and high‑fid­ality interactive prototypes using Figma.
• Collaborating closely with developers and researchers to ensure design feasibility and accuracy.
• Developing and maintaining design systems to ensure visual and functional consistency.
• Contributing to the evaluation of usability and accessibility of existing products and services.
• Supporting workshops, co‑design sessions, and stakeholder presentations.

The candidate will also collaborate with national and international partners involved in clinical studies conducted in real‑world contexts.

Job Requirements

• MSc Degree in Human–Computer Interaction or related field, or other educational background in Design or Digital Media.
• At least 1 year of UX design experience in the healthcare sector.
• Proficiency with Figma and other design tools.
• Knowledge of user‑centered design methodologies, co‑design workshops, and paper prototyping.
• Focus on accessible and inclusive design.
• Understanding of front‑end development principles and practical experience with CSS.
• Strong analytical thinking combined with visual creativity, able to translate complex workflows into intuitive and meaningful experiences.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and research‑oriented teams.
• Good communication and relation skills.
• Oral and written proficiency in Italian and English.

Employment

Type of contract: fixed‑term contract

Working hours: full‑time (38 hours per week)

Start date: January 2026

Duration: 12 months

Gross annual salary: € 38.539,67, plus objective‑achievements bonus

Benefits: flexi‑time, company‑subsidized cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal car park, welcome office support for visa formalities and for research in accommodation, social security (SANIFONDS), family‑work balance, free training courses, support on bank account opening, discount on public transport, sport, language course fees, counseling and psychological support service. More info at https://www.fbk.eu/en/work-with-us/

Application

Candidates must submit their application through the online form at https://jobs.fbk.eu/. Please make sure to enclose the following documents with your application (pdf format):

• Detailed CV;
• Cover Letter (explaining your motivation for this specific position).

Please read our Regulations on the recruitment and selection of fixed‑term personnel before completing your application.

For further information, please contact the Human Resources Services at [e-mail]