Web Developer School of Medicine Orthopaedics (IT)

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Emory SPARC (Sport Performance And Research Center) is a recognized leader in injury prevention and human performance research driving diverse projects across professional sports musculoskeletal science and advanced clinical care. Central to this mission is the ability to communicate complex scientific information in a compelling accessible and professional manner to a wide range of audiences.

SPARC is seeking a talented Web Developer to support center-wide initiatives including web application development and maintenance graphic design and scientific communication and illustration.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Designs and creates intuitive and applicable user experiences through information architecture graphic design and user interface development for websites and applications.
• Conducts research through analysis of current behaviors and future needs interviewing key stakeholders and target audiences and studying leading practices and emerging trends.
• Identifies and documents user and technical requirements.
• Develops production quality mock-ups and clickable prototypes as well as production ready graphics interfaces templates and sites.
• Develops final production XHTML and CSS code and web templates and implements solutions within publishing environments.
• Consults with stakeholders and users to determine cost effective and high quality solutions and advises on the feasibility and direction for website initiatives.
• Evaluates the usability of designs through usability testing and personal expertise.
• May act as a liaison between the department/division and contractors to ensure the expected level of quality with deliverables.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES:

• Design develop and maintain web applications and digital platforms that support SPARCs research and outreach objectives
• Create visually engaging graphics and digital assets for scientific publications presentations and promotional materials
• Collaborate with researchers and staff to translate complex scientific concepts into clear audience-appropriate visual and digital content
• Ensure web content is accessible responsive and aligned with Emory Universitys branding and technical standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelors degree and three years of experience in the design and development of websites OR an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Graphic design user interface design and/or information architecture experience preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Web Development Graphic Design Computer Science or a related field
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining web applications
• Strong ability to create engaging graphics and other content
• Experience with scientific biomedical or sports-related applications
• Familiarity with scientific illustration or data visualization
• Proficiency in modern front-end frameworks and content management systems

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions educational programs or employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations wage and salary administration benefits and training. Students faculty and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act and applicable executive orders federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination equal opportunity and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance 201 Dowman Drive Administration Building Atlanta GA 30322. Telephone: (V) (TDD).

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