Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
The Institutional Effectiveness (IE) team in the Office of the Provost is committed to providing the highest quality university information and support for decision-making, planning, improvement, and reporting needs of our university partners. We are looking for a design professional skilled in telling stories with data who also possesses a strong commitment to collaboration, equity, and excellence. This person is intellectually curious and possesses a commitment to ethically unlocking the value of data.
The Data Visualization Designer I will assist in developing data visualization products, including interactive dashboards, reports, and presentations. Working alongside the Data Visualization Designer II and our team of Data Analysts, you will help transform complex datasets into clear and engaging visuals that support WashUâ™s diverse audiences, such as faculty, staff, and leadership.
This professional is a committed storyteller, searching for the narrative thread that weaves through complex data sets and will influence how we present information to a broad set of audiences. This position will also play a key role in implementing our IE brand, maintaining visualization and design standards, and supporting other IE team members in this work.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Data Transformation and Dissemination
- Develop data visualization products such as interactive dashboards, reports, and presentations, using tools like Tableau, Excel, PowerPoint, Figma, and Canva.
- Perform descriptive data analysis to support visualizations as needed.
- Prepare data sets as needed for building visualizations.
- Support the design process by contributing to layout, formatting, and interactivity in visualizations.
- Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in data visualization and design techniques, tools, and technologies.
Quality Assurance and Review of Products
- Ensure that data visuals are accessible and follow WashUâ™s brand guidelines.
- Conduct quality assurance to check for accuracy, usability, and adherence to style guidelines.
- Work collaboratively with team members and gather stakeholder input to refine designs.
IE Brand Identity
- Assist in maintaining the brand identity and style guide of the IE team that upholds the brand guidelines of WashU.
- Support the development of materials (e.g., templates, guides) to build the IE teamâ™s capacity to execute on the IE brand independently. This includes adherence to accessibility standards and research-based visualization best practices.  Â
- Support maintenance of the IE web presence, updating and unifying our websites to ensure a seamless presentation of the IE brand.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at a desk or table
- Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
- Ability to move to on and off-campus locations
Equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelorâ™s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Dashboard Design And Development Using Business Intelligence Tools For Decision-Making (1 Year), Data Source Identification And Analysis, Data Extracts, Manipulation, And Compilation (1 Year)
Skills:
Critical Thinking, Data Visualization, Managing Ambiguity, Web Services Integration
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Required Qualifications:
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in creating engaging and impactful data visualizations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to translate findings into accessible and engaging designs, dashboards, illustrations, or formatted briefs.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree - Design
Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Skills:
Adobe Illustrator, Canva, ClickSoftware, Copy Editing, Data Communication, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Figma, Growth Mindset, Interpersonal Relationships, Learning Oriented, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Oral Communications, Pivot Tables, Prioritization, Project Management Software (PMS), Self-Organization (Business), Teamwork, Time Management, Working Independently, Written Communication
Grade
G11
Salary Range
$53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email  CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
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