Posting Number STH002199P Employee Category Student/Temporary
Position Information
Position Title User Experience UI Designer Location Moscow Division/College Information Technology Services Department Enterprise Applications FLSA Status Non-Exempt Pay Range $18.00/per hour Full Time/Part Time Part Time Work Schedule Summary
The position is part-time for up to 20 hours during Fall and Spring semesters, the job is flexible around your schedule. If you are working on a degree related to the UX/UI field and have a passion for creating exceptional digital experiences at University of Idaho we have a unique, fun, and rewarding opportunity for you!
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary
Come help us design and improve the digital experience at the University of Idaho!
The Information Technology department at the University of Idaho is seeking a talented UX/UI Designer to help create exceptional user experiences across our enterprise applications. You’ll work on various platforms that serve our students, faculty, and staff – from student dashboards to support portals – ensuring each interface is intuitive, visually appealing, and accessible.
We need a skilled designer to create compelling user interfaces, develop cohesive design systems, craft custom graphics and illustrations, and ensure our digital solutions are both visually compelling and functional across all university platforms.
The position is part-time for up to 20 hours during Fall and Spring semesters, the job is flexible around your schedule. If you are working on a degree related to the UX/UI field and have a passion for creating exceptional digital experiences at University of Idaho we have a unique, fun, and rewarding opportunity for you!
Duties Include:
Assist in applying high-level insights from existing UX research and help identify any additional user needs in collaboration with stakeholders.
Support limited-scope UX research efforts to better understand student and stakeholder needs during testing.
Contribute to feedback sessions by helping document findings or sketch out quick solutions—wireframes or notes—to support iteration.
Collaborate with the development team by providing testing feedback that informs design and workflow improvements.
Help plan and carry out usability testing for current features; assist in analyzing results and summarizing findings for the team.
Participate in reviewing the user experience of the MyUI platform to ensure it continues to meet student needs and expectations.
Assist with accessibility testing by following provided checklists and tools to verify that new or existing content supports all users, including those with disabilities.
Other duties as assigned
Responsibilities
Job Duty Function Provide design support by: Job Duties/Responsibilities
Create high-fidelity mockups and prototypes using Adobe XD or Figma for various university applications
Design custom illustrations, icons, and graphics using Adobe Illustrator to enhance user interfaces
Develop and maintain consistent design systems across multiple enterprise platforms
Create wireframes and user flows to communicate design concepts effectively
Create design specifications and assets for development handoff
Work on diverse projects ranging from student-facing applications (like MyUI) to internal support portals
Iterate on designs based on stakeholder feedback and technical constraints
Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards and university brand guidelines
Contribute to the visual identity and overall user experience strategy for IT applications
Percentage Of Time 100 Essential/Marginal Essential
Position Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Current University of Idaho undergrad or graduate student pursuing a degree in graphic design, visual communication, digital media, human computer interaction, or related design fields
Proficiency in either Adobe XD or Figma for UI/UX design work
Experience with Adobe Illustrator for creating custom graphics, icons, and illustrations
Strong portfolio demonstrating UI/UX design work and custom illustration capabilities
Preferred Qualifications Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Posting Information
Posting Date 07/10/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Position will remain open until a pool of qualified applicants are identified. Please include a letter of qualifications addressing how you meet the qualifications in this job description.
Applications received on or before July 20, 2026, will receive first consideration.
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
