How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Applicants should also be prepared to provide 2-3 professional references if selected for an interview. Please apply online to this posting.
Job Summary
The Division of General Medicine at the University of Michigan is seeking a full-time individual with experience in user experience (UX) Design and/or software programming to support the development of a novel digital health tool designed to support individuals caring for loved ones with opioid use disorder (OUD). This intervention will include the development of a mobile-friendly website with tertiary behavioral "nudge" messaging as well as collection and analysis of user engagement metrics to support a randomized controlled trial.
This individual will work closely with addiction researchers, project managers, and a data analyst/manager to lead the conceptual design, build the user experience, and support the integration of tools like Twilio and REDCap. This position is ideal for a motivated individual with strong UX skills who is also comfortable learning and applying front-end development concepts in a health research context. While the ability to develop and manage both the front-end and back-end of a web application is not required, a willingness to collaborate and learn on the job is critical.
This is a one-year, grant-funded, full-time role with benefits and the potential for publication authorship and extended opportunities. It is a great opportunity for somebody to learn about applied research principles including trial design and community engaged research methods. It is also a rich opportunity to be part of the design of a healthcare intervention from start to finish and bolster your personal portfolio.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Responsibilities*
- Lead UX research and design strategy for a responsive web-based intervention tailored to caregivers of individuals with OUD.
- Collaborate with researchers to conceptualize the site structure, content strategy, design system, and interaction flow.
- Collaborate with the team statistician to support the integration of front-end and back-end technologies for effective data collection, management, and analysis.
- Collaborate with the project manager and data analyst to integrate a REDCap database and Twilio for automated text message nudges.
- Translate educational and behavioral intervention content into engaging, user-centered web interfaces.
- Support the development of front-end web pages using HTML/CSS and assist in collaborating with developers or consultants on JavaScript or framework integrations.
- Assist with the development of short educational videos that will be embedded into the mobile application.
- Assist with usability testing, accessibility review, and iterative prototyping based on feedback.
- Ensure the design aligns with research goals, human subject protocols, and privacy/security standards.
- Attend regular team meetings, provide design updates, and contribute to documentation and dissemination efforts (e.g., user manuals, research publications)
Please note, this is a term-limited position for one year, with the possibility of extension based the availability of funds and need. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits. This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g., UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Public Health, Graphic Design, or Computer Science) with some applied design/programming experience either through internships, coursework, or ideally a full-time position.
- 2-3 years experience
- Strong skills in wireframing, prototyping, and visual design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch).
- Experience applying human-centered design principles to digital products.
- Familiarity with front-end development (HTML, CSS); basic understanding of R, Python, or SQL is a plus.
- Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and iterate based on user feedback and team collaboration.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Desired Qualifications*
- 1-3 years of software design experience.
- Experience working on digital health interventions or behavior change technologies.
- Knowledge of REDCap, Twilio, or similar tools.
- Academic or professional interest in substance use, pain, or behavioral health research.
- Prior experience with usability testing and accessibility standards.
- Familiarity with integrating research tools into digital products (e.g., surveys, data collection systems).
- Experience and/or familiarity with the IRB and data safety and monitoring compliance processes.
Work Schedule
Full-time, One-Year Term position
40 hrs/week
Monday - Friday
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.