Part-time Research Assistant I/II (holding a functional title of UX/UI designer) in the Division of Restorative Dental Sciences of the Faculty of Dentistry

University of Hong Kong

Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct research on user needs, emerging technologies, and industry best practices to inform design decisions.
Design and build responsive website interfaces and web applications with seamless user experience and polished visual aesthetics.
Collaborate with academic and administrative stakeholders to interpret requirements and transform concepts into functional, interactive frontend experiences.
Implement user-focused solutions prioritizing clarity, accessibility, and visual hierarchy.
Maintain existing web applications, troubleshoot frontend issues, and ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
Ensure all interfaces adhere to security best practices and data protection guidelines.
Track latest trends in UI/UX design, frontend frameworks, and interactive technologies to suggest improvements.

Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Design, Interactive Media, or related discipline.
At least 2 years of work experience in Frontend Development or Web Design/Development.
Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
Strong understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
Experience with modern frontend frameworks such as Vue.js (preferred) or React.
Portfolio demonstrating high-quality, interactive, and aesthetically strong web design work.
Backend technologies experience (Node.js, Laravel) is a plus.
Experience integrating Large Language Models or AI-driven features into web applications is an advantage.
Prior experience designing interfaces for Learning Management Systems is preferred.