UI UX Designer - MCCMS - Rochester

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

3d • $85,467 - $128,253 • Hybrid

About The Position

The UI/UX Designer contributes to the design of immersive learning experiences for Mayo Clinic College of Medicine & Science. Working with UX researchers and a multidisciplinary group of educators, clinical subject matter experts, simulation staff, 3D artists, medical illustrators, animators, XR engineers, developers, and other content specialists, the designer creates and iterates on immersive and XR applications. Examples include simulations with AI-driven virtual patients, interactive 3D anatomy experiences, and patient-focused learning apps. The work emphasizes usability, trust, clinical accuracy, accessibility, and learner needs.

The designer contributes throughout the design process, from wireframes and mockups at multiple screen sizes to interactive prototypes, interface specifications, and conversational AI interactions. They use research findings and brand identity to shape design patterns, navigation, interaction systems, and digital storytelling, and collaborate with developers to ensure designs are feasible and translated accurately into finished products. The role includes spatial interaction design, comfort and motion-sickness considerations, XR interaction methods such as hands, controllers, gaze, and voice, and XR accessibility. The designer also works with HTML, CSS, content management systems, and content contributors to implement Mayo Clinic identity across websites and create engaging immersive experiences.

The position requires on-site presence, with flexibility to work from home as needed during the week once oriented to the role. It combines remote and on-site work, and the employee must live within a 100-mile driving distance of the Rochester Mayo Clinic campus. Visa sponsorship is unavailable, and Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in UI/UX design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Multimedia Arts, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience producing user interface design with demonstrated impact is strongly recommended.
• Expert skills in UI design methods, including prototyping, interaction flow diagrams, wireframes, and interface specifications.
• Strong visual design acumen.
• Up-to-date knowledge of modern digital and interaction design principles and trends.
• Ability to articulate complex design problems and solutions clearly, using strong communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of WCAG Accessibility Standards.
• Experience using user interface design software such as Sketch, Figma, or Adobe XD.
• Experience addressing accessibility concerns for digital products, including optimization for assistive technologies.
• Ability to work with HTML, CSS, and the basics of front-end web development.
• Ability to advocate for inclusive, accessible, user-centered design and communicate design decisions persuasively to stakeholders.
• Strong relationship management skills and emotional intelligence, with a desire to collaborate closely with a team.
• Must live within a 100-mile driving distance of the Rochester Mayo Clinic campus.
• Visa sponsorship is not available; Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in or willingness to learn design for XR, AR, VR, 360 video, 3D software, and game engines such as Unity or Unreal.
• Experience designing AI interactions.
• Experience in learning design and a portfolio demonstrating deliverables throughout the design process for products or websites.
• Healthcare or higher education experience.
• Experience in educational technology, healthcare, or simulation-based design.
• A portfolio demonstrating a range of immersive projects, ideally involving cross-platform applications or AI-enhanced designs.
• Familiarity with learning science, instructional design, and medical or simulation-based education.

Responsibilities

• Apply a user-centered design process to improve and innovate Mayo Clinic websites, applications, products, and services.
• Create conceptual models, wireframes, and interactive prototypes to test usability and communicate design ideas to stakeholders.
• Define navigation and interaction systems, including site structures, navigation flows, user interfaces, and hierarchies, based on user needs.
• Design accessible, inclusive, device-appropriate user interface solutions.
• Communicate design status and decisions to stakeholders, explaining how decisions serve user and business objectives.
• Implement Mayo Clinic visual identity assets across different environments and use the institutional design system appropriately.
• Work with HTML, CSS, and content management systems to implement brand identity across internal and external websites.
• Deliver visual designs and interface specifications that inform UI engineering colleagues.
• Collaborate with content publishing and UI engineering colleagues to ensure the design vision is accurately translated into the final product.
• Promote user-centered design practices and standards, and incorporate best practices and user research insights into digital interfaces.
• Review final designs for consistent and correct adherence to standards and guidelines.
• Mentor and educate content publishing team members in user-centered design philosophy and research insights.
• Champion users’ needs and contribute to continuous improvement in user experience.
• Participate in user testing, research-related testing, and feedback review sessions.
• Stay current with UX best practices, audience-specific insights, digital standards, and technologies, and learn new skills as needed.
• Develop a deep understanding of and empathy for current and prospective learners.
• Collaborate with researchers and multidisciplinary partners to design and refine immersive and XR learning applications.
• Design for spatial interaction, XR comfort and motion-sickness considerations, XR accessibility, and interaction methods including hands, controllers, gaze, and voice.
• Adapt design specifications for developers while accounting for feasibility and performance constraints.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Affordable vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSA pre-tax savings accounts for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level