COSMOS – Graduate Research Assistant (UI/UX)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Graduate Research Assistant to contribute to UI/UX design for web applications and assist in research projects. This role involves maintaining websites, creating branding materials, and performing data analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in HTML/CSS, proficiency in design software, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful research while developing practical skills in a supportive academic environment. Join a vibrant community dedicated to innovation and leadership in education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; preference for Computer Science or related fields.
• Experience with web design and social media analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with social media analysis and data collection for research projects.
• Produce UI models and static web pages based on requirements.

Skills

HTML/CSS

Adobe CC Suite

JavaScript

VS Code

GitHub

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree Program Admission

Tools

Google Chrome Developer Tools

Figma

Job description

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Type of Position: Graduate Assistant

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department: COSMOS

Department's Website: https://cosmos.ualr.edu/

Summary of Job Duties: The Graduate Research Assistant will contribute to the design and development of UI/UX for web apps, the maintenance of websites, and design of miscellaneous branding items such as social media, presentation slides, or event products such as posters, leaflets, business cards, etc. The Graduate Research Assistant will support ongoing research by running basic analysis, collecting data, or performing non-technical research such as literature surveys or reports on technical solutions and best practices.

This is an on-campus position. Position reports to Dr. Nitin Agarwal ([e-mail]), Maulden-Entergy Endowed Chair and Distinguished Professor and Director, COSMOS Research Center, UA-Little Rock. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education;
• Regular admission to a graduate degree program or good standing with the Graduate School for continuing graduate students;
• Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• A candidate with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a relevant discipline will be given preference;
• The candidate should be familiar with popular social media platforms, and keep abreast of latest tools and technologies;
• A candidate with experience in visual arts, designing, and computer programming will be given preference.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with social media analysis for the research projects, hypothesis generation and evaluation for understanding cyber behaviors, data collection, cleaning, preprocessing, analyzing findings from the data, writing research findings, and presenting the research at conferences, scientific venues, program reviews, and other venues;
• Produce traditional or digital sketches of UI models based on business requirements;
• Produce static web pages based on sketches & requirements;
• Implement front-end behaviors for web pages;
• Produce visual and/or written content for website articles or social media posts;
• Other tasks as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of HTML/CSS;
• Good experience with VS Code;
• Knowledge of Google Chrome Developer Tools;
• Experience with code versioning like GitHub;
• Extensive knowledge of the Adobe CC Suite including but not limited to Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, & Lightroom, or Figma;
• Knowledge of JavaScript and ability to implement dynamic behaviors in web pages (ReactJS is a plus);
• Proficiency with the Office Suite including but not limited to Microsoft Excel, Word, & PowerPoint;
• Experience with transmitting skills and knowledge;
• Ability to interact with people of diverse ethnic backgrounds;
• Communication skills, writing skills, and public speaking;
• Effective organizational skills.

Additional Information:

Salary Information: $1,500 monthly stipend

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information: Fadime Ledford ([e-mail])
Grant Manager, COSMOS Research Center

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity: Standing

Benefits Eligible: No