UX Designer (1.0 FTE)

Contract: 9 months Fixed Term (with a view to becoming permanent)

35 hours per week

Applications are invited for a UX Designer, in Future Skills.

The UX Designer – Future Skills plays a crucial role in shaping the user experience and service design of professional development courses at The Glasgow School of Art (GSA).

Based at the Highlands and Islands Campus in Forres, the postholder will lead the design and delivery of learner-centered digital and in-person experiences, with a strong focus on accessibility, engagement, and innovation. A key responsibility includes the development of Edu-tourism courses, particularly in Sketchbooking, to attract diverse audiences and drive entrepreneurial growth. Additionally, the UX Designer will support initiatives such as the Rural Lab and Knowledge Exchange and Innovation strategy, enhancing knowledge exchange and industry collaboration.

The role requires expertise in UX design, service design, digital learning technologies, and accessibility standards, alongside the ability to collaborate with academics, industry partners, and community groups. The ideal candidate will have experience designing and delivering engaging learning experiences, proficiency in Canvas LMS and Adobe Creative Suite, and strong skills in user research, evaluation, and digital innovation.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and strategic thinker to contribute to GSA’s ambitions in entrepreneurial education, innovation, and professional development.

Download: job description

Closing date for submission of completed applications: 23:59, Wednesday 26^th March

Interviews for this post will take place week commencing 31^st March

For full details and to apply online, please visit: gsa.engageats.co.uk/Vacancies/W/5102/0/447124/1337/ux-designer-1-0-fte

If you don’t currently have the right to work and live in the UK, we are able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Work Visas subject to UK Visa’s and Immigration (UKVI) requirements if the role meets the Home Office eligibility requirements. Details can be found on the Home Office website - www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact HRServicedesk@gsa.ac.uk

The Glasgow School of Art is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity in work and study. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive environment where all students and employees feel safe, understood and valued. Applications are welcomed from candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, ethnic or religious background, gender identity or sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, caring responsibilities or care experience.

We recognise we do not have the diversity of staff that we want and we particularly welcome and encourage applications from candidates who identify as being from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at The Glasgow School of Art.

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