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Subject: [lita-l] Job Opening:
Information Architecture and Design Specialist: Northwestern University
Library, Evanston, IL USA
(This job posting is being sent to multiple lists; please excuse any
duplication.)
Senior Web Applications/Software Developer (Information Architecture
and Design Specialist)
Interested applicants must apply online via Northwestern's eRecruit
website, referencing job opening ID #12084, at:
<http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/jobs/>
The Northwestern University Library invites applications for the
position of Senior Web Applications/Software Developer (Information
Architecture and Design Specialist). The person filling this position will
utilize web, graphics, usability, and programming knowledge and skills to
create and enhance web-based services provided by the University Library. Working
as part of a team within the IT division as well as cross-cutting
implementation groups throughout the Library system, this position will have a
primary role in creating a dynamic and interactive online environment that
facilitates the mission of the University Library in providing an integrated
research and learning environment. The person in this position will take a lead
role in all aspects of web design and development such as defining interaction
designs and functionality based on sound usability principles and research.
Responsibilities:
- Advocate for a culture of user-centered service throughout the
organization
- Apply principles of information architecture and usability to develop
effective interfaces and navigation structures
- Work with staff throughout the Library to develop a seamless web
environment, integrating various library applications and services
- Collaborate with library staff, faculty, and external constituencies
to develop an information architecture for the University Library web site
- Designs and tests user interfaces
- Designs and writes programs to support integration of services and
interfaces
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Architecture, Information Design,
Information Studies, or Human-Computer Interaction or an equivalent combination
of certification and experience
- Three to five years experience designing and developing
enterprise-level web-based interfaces based on diverse technologies
- Demonstrated interest in the application of emerging technologies to
meet the changing needs of users
- Strong collaborative orientation
- Excellent communication sand negotiation skills
- Ability to facilitate groups representing diverse interests
- Proficiency using Dreamweaver, PhotoShop, XML, HTML, CSS, Javascript
and Flash
- Knowledge of PHP, Java, or PERL
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Creativity in problem solving to independently resolve technical
issues as well as extrapolate from one situation to another.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Information Architecture, Information
Design, Information Studies, or Human-Computer Interaction or an equivalent
combination of certification and experience
- Knowledge of XPATH, and XSLT.
- Two or more years academic library experience
Environment: Northwestern University,
Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.
To apply: Interested applicants must apply online via Northwestern's
eRecruit website, referencing job opening ID #12084, at:
<http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/jobs/>
H. Frank Cervone, Ph.D.
Northwestern University Library
847.491.8304
847.491.8306 (fax)