University of Arkansas at Little Rock
COSMOS - Graduate Research Assistant (UI/UX)
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Position Details
Type of Position: Graduate Assistant
Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution: University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
Job Description All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft and you will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Summary of Job Duties:
The Graduate Research Assistant will contribute to the design and development of UI/UX for web apps, the maintenance of websites, and the design of miscellaneous branding items such as social media, presentation slides, or event products such as posters, leaflets, business cards, etc. The Graduate Research Assistant will support ongoing research by running basic analysis, collecting data, or performing non-technical research such as literature surveys or reports on technical solutions and best practices. This is an on-campus position. The position reports to Dr. Nitin Agarwal (nxagarwal@ualr.edu), Maulden-Entergy Endowed Chair and Distinguished Professor and Director, COSMOS Research Center, UA-Little Rock. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications Required Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education;
Regular admissions to UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School;
Ability to work the required hours (50% FTE = 20 hours per week or 25% FTE = 10 hours per week with regular attendance);
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a relevant discipline is preferred;
The candidate should be familiar with popular social media platforms, and keep abreast of latest tools and technologies;
A candidate with experience in visual arts, designing, and computer programming will be given preference.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with social media analysis for the research projects, hypothesis generation and evaluation for understanding cyber behaviors, data collection, cleaning, preprocessing, analyzing findings from the data, writing research findings, and presenting the research at conferences, scientific venues, program reviews, and other venues;
Produce traditional or digital sketches of UI models based on business requirements;
Produce static web pages based on sketches & requirements;
Implement front-end behaviors for web pages;
Produce visual and/or written content for website articles or social media posts;
Other tasks as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of HTML/CSS;
Good experience with VS Code;
Knowledge of Google Chrome Developer Tools;
Experience with code versioning like GitHub;
Extensive knowledge of the Adobe CC Suite including but not limited to Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, & Lightroom, or Figma;
Knowledge of JavaScript and ability to implement dynamic behaviors in web pages (ReactJS is a plus);
Proficiency with the Office Suite including but not limited to Microsoft Excel, Word, & PowerPoint;
Experience with transmitting skills and knowledge;
Ability to interact with people of diverse ethnic backgrounds;
Communication skills, writing skills, and public speaking;
Effective organizational skills.
Additional Information Salary Information:
$1500 monthly stipend
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Special Instructions to Applicants:
None provided.
Recruitment Contact Information:
Fadime Ledford (faledford@ualr.edu) – Grant Manager, COSMOS Research Center
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site.
Please do not send materials to the listed recruitment contact.
Pre‑employment Screening Requirements No Background Check Required. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background checks for applicants being considered for employment include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Equal Opportunity Employment The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Physical Activity Requirements Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
No
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Type of Position: Graduate Assistant
Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution: University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
Job Description All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft and you will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Summary of Job Duties:
The Graduate Research Assistant will contribute to the design and development of UI/UX for web apps, the maintenance of websites, and the design of miscellaneous branding items such as social media, presentation slides, or event products such as posters, leaflets, business cards, etc. The Graduate Research Assistant will support ongoing research by running basic analysis, collecting data, or performing non-technical research such as literature surveys or reports on technical solutions and best practices. This is an on-campus position. The position reports to Dr. Nitin Agarwal (nxagarwal@ualr.edu), Maulden-Entergy Endowed Chair and Distinguished Professor and Director, COSMOS Research Center, UA-Little Rock. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications Required Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education;
Regular admissions to UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School;
Ability to work the required hours (50% FTE = 20 hours per week or 25% FTE = 10 hours per week with regular attendance);
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a relevant discipline is preferred;
The candidate should be familiar with popular social media platforms, and keep abreast of latest tools and technologies;
A candidate with experience in visual arts, designing, and computer programming will be given preference.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with social media analysis for the research projects, hypothesis generation and evaluation for understanding cyber behaviors, data collection, cleaning, preprocessing, analyzing findings from the data, writing research findings, and presenting the research at conferences, scientific venues, program reviews, and other venues;
Produce traditional or digital sketches of UI models based on business requirements;
Produce static web pages based on sketches & requirements;
Implement front-end behaviors for web pages;
Produce visual and/or written content for website articles or social media posts;
Other tasks as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of HTML/CSS;
Good experience with VS Code;
Knowledge of Google Chrome Developer Tools;
Experience with code versioning like GitHub;
Extensive knowledge of the Adobe CC Suite including but not limited to Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, & Lightroom, or Figma;
Knowledge of JavaScript and ability to implement dynamic behaviors in web pages (ReactJS is a plus);
Proficiency with the Office Suite including but not limited to Microsoft Excel, Word, & PowerPoint;
Experience with transmitting skills and knowledge;
Ability to interact with people of diverse ethnic backgrounds;
Communication skills, writing skills, and public speaking;
Effective organizational skills.
Additional Information Salary Information:
$1500 monthly stipend
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Special Instructions to Applicants:
None provided.
Recruitment Contact Information:
Fadime Ledford (faledford@ualr.edu) – Grant Manager, COSMOS Research Center
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site.
Please do not send materials to the listed recruitment contact.
Pre‑employment Screening Requirements No Background Check Required. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background checks for applicants being considered for employment include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Equal Opportunity Employment The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Physical Activity Requirements Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
No
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