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User Experience Architect, Refinery
Nov 08 05
Source: direct submission
User Experience Architect
Based in suburban Philadelphia, Refinery is an award-winning Top 25 interactive agency servicing area Fortune 1000 clients. We are looking for results oriented User Experience Architect to join our team of web professionals. In this role, you will help our world-class clients achieve their goals by maximizing the potential of their online initiatives.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Refinery; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Description:
This position will allow you to channel your passion for good design and information architecture and integrate it into the business strategy of the client. Your knowledge of best practices in web conventions and human factors coupled with your knowledge of current usability research, theories and methodologies will provide unique value throughout the development lifecycle.
You will have the opportunity to work alongside a large staff of User Experience Architects, have access to Refinery’s in-house Usability Lab, and play a vital role in building the User Experience practice.
We are currently looking to hire Full Time and/or Contractor for this position.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science or closely related discipline such as Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Psychology (Cognitive or Experimental), Interface Design, or Computer Science. A Master’s degree is a plus.
Two plus years of experience as a user experience consultant, preferably in an agency environment.
Knowledge of current usability research, theories and methodologies (especially user-centered design processes), and an intuitive feel for how human factors activities provide unique value throughout the development lifecycle.
Deep knowledge of user interface design principles, information design, and web design.
Knowledge of and hands-on experience with user interface evaluation techniques, including usability testing.
Knowledge of general business strategy and specific knowledge of web strategy and the ability to apply that knowledge to meet client needs.
Familiarity with usability-related research services, periodicals, thought leaders and industry best practices.
Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective communication to clients and project team members; including prior experience writing white papers, proposals, research reports, articles and case studies.
Expertise in gathering, analyzing, and applying primary and secondary research.
Demonstrated ability to use relevant usability software products (e.g., Vividence XMS Suite).
Understanding of web analytics and log file analysis and related software products (e.g., WebTrends).
Broad-based knowledge of internet best practices across major verticals including, Healthcare & Pharmaceutical, Financial Services, Entertainment & Leisure, Technology & Telecommunications, Consumer & Retail.
Willing to travel for client calls and work off-site as needed.
About Refinery
We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes health, life, disability, 401(K), vacation, advancement opportunities and a professional high-energy work environment.
Refinery works to transform clients' business objectives into powerful interactive solutions. Utilizing strategy and creativity, Refinery creates fresh, functional solutions that propel the clients’ target audience to take action. Our wide range of solutions include strategic consulting, marketing analytics, creative design, technology, user experience architecture, search engine marketing and account and project management. Beginning with audience insights and precision analytics, followed by compelling creative, robust technology, and flawless execution, Refinery delivers interactive solutions that produce results you can see.
Refinery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free work environment. The company provides equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, Vietnam era/disabled veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or other bases prohibited by applicable law.
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