What are the responsibilities and job description for the UX Designer position at Ascend Learning Career Opportunities?
We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture
NASM is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning.
Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers.
We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.
NASM leads the way in innovation and solution creation to improve outcomes and deliver results for students, educators, and healthcare workers in the ever-changing field of healthcare. We offer advanced resources that drive nursing success, empower front-line certified allied health workers, help physicians pass boards and stay current, and provide education management tools for medical education programs.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
NASM is seeking a talented and motivated UX Designer to create intuitive, user-centered experiences for our digital products. This role requires a creative designer to collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate business goals and user needs into effective design solutions. The ideal candidate should be proficient in Figma or similar design tools and have a solid understanding of User-Centered Design (UCD) processes.
WHERE YOU’LL WORK
This position will work a hybrid schedule from our Gilbert, AZ office location preferred. Remote will be considered within the United States.
HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME
- UCD Process Implementation: Apply solid UCD processes to plan, execute, and iterate on design solutions.
- UX Design: Work collaboratively with the design team to create user flows, wireframes, and create prototypes in Figma.
- User Research and Testing: Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and validate design decisions.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to present and iterate on design solutions.
- Design System: Contribute to our design system that supports scalable and consistent user experiences across products.
- Design Patterns and Best Practices: Follow design patterns and best practices for design processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Figma Expertise: Utilize Figma to create high-fidelity prototypes, wireframes, and design specifications.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in UX design.
- Proficiency in Figma or other design tools.
- Experience working with front-end developers.
- Strong understanding of UCD principles and processes.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- An ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and deliver innovative design solutions.
- An ability to work independently and effectively move work forward even in times of ambiguity.
- Portfolio showcasing a range of UX design projects and demonstrating your design process.
BENEFITS
- Flexible and generous paid time off
- Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401(k) employer matching program
- Parental leave
- Wellness resources
- Charitable matching program
- Hybrid work
- On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
- Community outreach groups
- Tuition reimbursement
Fostering A Sense of Belonging
We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued and be their authentic selves. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.
NASM:
For over 35 years, National Academy of Sports Medicine® (NASM®) has set the standard in fitness education with best-in-class evidence-based programs. We have educated over 1.4 million fitness professionals in over 100 countries, creating a global space for optimal well-being and fitness. From personal training to nutrition coaching, wellness to sports performance, NASM trainers and specialists work at every level to help all clients set and reach their own unique goals.
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