University of Toronto

User Experience Designer

University of Toronto$103K — $132K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Design, Human-computer interaction or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum five (5) years in user experience research, design and/or directly related roles.
  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Excellent understanding of web design standards and usability factors.
  • Experience with prototyping and UX testing tools.
  • Ability to analyze and implement User Experience feedback into actionable tasks.
  • Experience with analyzing traffic and user metrics, establishing success metrics.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct usability testing for web applications.
  • Analyze programming solutions for compliance with best practices.
  • Develop and maintain standards for visual and interface design on digital platforms.
  • Design and recommend solutions for complex IT problems.
  • Lead and plan IT projects, including timelines and deliverables.
  • Develop project schedules, milestones, and reporting mechanisms.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement eligibility under university policies.
  • Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
  • Opportunity for ongoing professional development.
  • Access to university facilities and resources.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Full Job Description
Date Posted: 09/01/2026
Req ID: 50047
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Info & Instructional Tech Services
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number:
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

Your opportunity:

Under general direction of the Manager, Web and Digital Technology, the successful incumbent will identify user and business requirements and will help to determine potential areas for improvement for IITS websites and applications by working with various University of Toronto Scarborough campus teams. Duties include contributing to the planning, development and delivery of User Experience testing activities for UTSC technical products, using both in person and remote options for feedback collection. Advising on process improvements for ongoing feedback collection, as well as vendor and tool selection.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting usability testing for web applications
  • Analyzing programming solutions to ensure compliance with best practices and industry standards
  • Developing and maintaining standards and styles for visual and interface design of digital platforms
  • Analyzing, recommending and designing technical solutions for highly complex IT problems
  • Leading and planning IT projects
  • Developing project schedules including milestones, critical path, timelines, deliverables and reporting


Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Design, Human-computer interaction or equivalent or acceptable combination of equivalent education and experience with application development.
  • Minimum five (5) years of related experience in user experience research, design and/or directly related roles.
  • Knowledge and proven experience with HTML, CSS and Javascript.
  • Excellent knowledge of web design standards and usability factors.
  • Proven experience with prototyping and UX testing tools.
  • Excellent knowledge of designing and conducting user experience testing and content through a variety of methods fora diverse audience.
  • Proven experience in analyzing User Experience feedback and translating into actionable tasks.
  • Proven experience analyzing traffic, user metrics and feedback to recommending actionable success metric targets.
  • Experience in establishing measurable success metrics.
  • Proven experience in conducting design review and evaluation sessions (both pre- and post- implementation), analysis and providing recommendations for changes.
  • Proven experience in developing and maintaining accessible documentation.
  • Excellent problem solving skills.
  • Demonstrated initiative, creativity and desire for excellent customer service and innovation.
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) to a diverse audience.
  • Experience leading team discussions and demonstrating a collaborative approach to problem solving.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and efficiently in a busy environment with shifting priorities.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of respectful and collegial learning and working environment.


Assets (Nonessential):

  • Good project management experience and skills.


To be successful in this role you will be:

  • Accountable
  • Adaptable
  • Communicator
  • Meticulous
  • Proactive
  • Problem solver


Note: This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto's Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 09/15/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 16 -- $103,367. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $132,188. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Information Technology (IT)
Recruiter: UTSC HR

About University of Toronto

The University of Toronto is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is the largest university in Canada by enrollment and one of the top-ranked universities in the world. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a wide range of academic disciplines, including arts, sciences, engineering, and business. The University of Toronto is known for its research excellence and has produced many notable alumni, including four Nobel laureates. The university was founded in 1827 and has three campuses in the Toronto area.
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