Student Research Assistant - UI/UX Designer
About the role
Faculty/Department Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance Unit Media, Art, and Performance-Music Employee Group CUPE 2419 CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Student Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated graduate or undergraduate student from Computer Science, Creative Technologies, Graphic Design, or a related faculty to support the user interface and experience design of a website and mobile application. This role is part of a community-engaged, interdisciplinary project with the potential to contribute to meaningful social impact.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in UI/UX design and 2D digital design, with proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. A passion for designing accessible, user-centered digital experiences is essential. Familiarity with wireframing and prototyping tools like Figma or Adobe XD is highly desirable.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for a website and mobile application.
- Create and refine visual assets using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, including icons, graphics, and layout components.
- Conduct or support usability testing and incorporate feedback into iterative design updates.
- Assist in maintaining design consistency across all digital platforms and document design standards.
- Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to design planning and review discussions.
Position Requirements
- Enrolled in or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Creative Technologies, Graphic Design, or a related discipline.
- Strong understanding of UI/UX design principles and best practices.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for 2D digital and graphic design.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage time effectively.
Physical Demands Pay Grade As Per CUPE 2419 Salary Range As per CUPE 2419 Collective Agreement Status Casual Work Hours
Hours: Up to 120 hours (approx. 10 hrs/week, 12 weeks)
This position may be extended into the fall term
Course Modality Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) Full-Time/Part-Time Casual Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
05/28/2025
Job Close Date
06/04/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to.
Under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Regulations the University of Regina is required to verify that International Students are eligible to work on campus prior to being hired. To confirm this eligibility, International Students are requested to contact UR International – Student Services to obtain a “Verification of Academic Status for the Eligibility to Work on Campus” letter that must be provided to the hiring manager prior to hiring. These letters must be updated each semester and/or as circumstances change.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.
Student Research Assistant - UI/UX Designer
About the role
Faculty/Department Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance Unit Media, Art, and Performance-Music Employee Group CUPE 2419 CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Student Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated graduate or undergraduate student from Computer Science, Creative Technologies, Graphic Design, or a related faculty to support the user interface and experience design of a website and mobile application. This role is part of a community-engaged, interdisciplinary project with the potential to contribute to meaningful social impact.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in UI/UX design and 2D digital design, with proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. A passion for designing accessible, user-centered digital experiences is essential. Familiarity with wireframing and prototyping tools like Figma or Adobe XD is highly desirable.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for a website and mobile application.
- Create and refine visual assets using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, including icons, graphics, and layout components.
- Conduct or support usability testing and incorporate feedback into iterative design updates.
- Assist in maintaining design consistency across all digital platforms and document design standards.
- Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to design planning and review discussions.
Position Requirements
- Enrolled in or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Creative Technologies, Graphic Design, or a related discipline.
- Strong understanding of UI/UX design principles and best practices.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for 2D digital and graphic design.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage time effectively.
Physical Demands Pay Grade As Per CUPE 2419 Salary Range As per CUPE 2419 Collective Agreement Status Casual Work Hours
Hours: Up to 120 hours (approx. 10 hrs/week, 12 weeks)
This position may be extended into the fall term
Course Modality Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) Full-Time/Part-Time Casual Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
05/28/2025
Job Close Date
06/04/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to.
Under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Regulations the University of Regina is required to verify that International Students are eligible to work on campus prior to being hired. To confirm this eligibility, International Students are requested to contact UR International – Student Services to obtain a “Verification of Academic Status for the Eligibility to Work on Campus” letter that must be provided to the hiring manager prior to hiring. These letters must be updated each semester and/or as circumstances change.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.