Visual Support Assistant (TEMP)

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan School of Information seeks a Visual Support Assistant to aid faculty and staff with accessibility needs. Reporting to HR leadership, the role collaborates on administrative tasks, presentation support, and on-campus event assistance.

We welcome candidates who enjoy partnering with diverse teams and evolving to meet accessibility challenges. This position offers hybrid/work-from-campus flexibility and opportunities to impact scholarly communication.

Qualifications

• Experience providing visual assistance in various tasks and settings.
• Ability to design presentations, infographics, and display data clearly.
• Experience working in higher education environments.
• Proficiency with LaTeX for document formatting and math typesetting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with converting inaccessible material to accessible versions, including data visualization descriptions.
• Support with repetitive tasks such as event coordination or navigating inaccessible tools.
• Create aesthetically appealing presentations, system diagrams, and data visualizations in collaboration with faculty.
• Proofread and spot-check manuscripts while ensuring visual clarity.

Skills

Visual support

Presentations & infographics

Higher education experience

LaTeX proficiency

Tools

LaTeX

Job description

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Who We Are

The School of Information is a progressive, interdisciplinary professional school that offers five academic programs. UMSI delivers innovative, elegant, and ethical solutions connecting people, information and technology. The school was one of the first iSchools in the nation and is the premier institution studying and using technology to improve human computer interactions. Our school mission is to create and share knowledge so that people will use information - with technology - to build a better world.

Job Summary

The School of Information is seeking a Visual Support Assistant to assist faculty and staff with accessibility needs. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources and Executive Support, this role will work collaboratively as requested in a range of tasks such as administrative support, assisting with visual presentations, and providing guided assistance to and from on-campus events.

We are seeking a candidate who is open to working in partnership with faculty and staff in need of assistance and evolving to understand needs.

Responsibilities*

• Assist with converting inaccessible formatted materials to accessible versions, including interpreting and describing data visualization in scientific papers,
• Assist with repetitive tasks that are sometimes inaccessible or partially inaccessible, such as travel planning or navigating inaccessible software and programming tools
• Create aesthetically appealing presentations, system diagrams, and data visualizations in partnership with faculty research
• Proofread and spot-check manuscripts while ensuring adequate visual appeal

Required Qualifications*

• Experience providing visual assistance in a variety of tasks and settings
• Experience providing quality designs with presentations, infographics, and statistical data
• Experience working in higher education
• Demonstrated Proficiency with LaTeX software

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

Punctual attendance is required. May require working during non-business hours and on weekends. Hours are not set and should be considered on an "as-needed" basis.

Work Locations

May require travel to multiple locations on and off campus. The main office workspace for this position is located in Leinweber.

Additional Information

You must be eligible to work in the United States, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position. In addition, while remote work is allowable for this position, all work must be performed within the United States and its territories.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.