Interaction Designer / Interaction Designeress

Interaction Designer

60%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term

We are looking for a creative Interaction Designer to craft compelling visual experiences and digital assets. You will be responsible for transforming complex data and concepts into clear, engaging visuals, working closely with our engineering team to bring ideas to life.

The scope of the work could be 60% for one project or, with the right candidate and skill set, extended to 100% for two projects.

Project Background

Together with partners from academia and industry, we are working on visualization projects. The main research at the IVIA lab focuses on studying interactive human-AI collaboration interfaces for effective problem-solving and decision-making. We are particularly interested in empowering humans by teaming them up with AI agents in co-adaptive processes. To support our projects, we seek a motivated Interaction Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate brings a structured and hands-on approach to their work and enjoys working in a small, interdisciplinary team.

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis for one year.

Job Description

• Design and create digital assets: icons, SVGs, illustrations, logos
• Develop interactive widgets and visualizations that explain complex content, incorporating gamification elements (storytelling, user flow, and seamless state-transitioning)
• Create mockups, wireframes, and prototypes in Figma, Penpot, or similar tools
• Design modern, visually appealing web layouts and UI components
• Produce data visualizations (static, animated, or interactive) using tools like d3.js
• Collaborate with developers to ensure designs translate seamlessly into code
• Contribute to brand identity: logo development, visual guidelines, style systems

Profile

• Degree in Interaction Design, Visual Communication, Graphic Design, or related field
• Background as a Motion Designer, 2D Animator, or Digital Illustrator/Animator is highly valued
• Mandatory Portfolio showcasing past projects relevant to the requirements (web design, gamification, animation, and interactive visuals)
• Proficiency in design tools: Figma, Penpot, and Adobe Creative Suite (specifically After Effects). Experience with Affinity Suite is a plus
• Experience creating SVG assets and vector graphics for web
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS and basic frontend concepts; experience with Onlook is a plus
• Knowledge of d3.js or other visualization libraries is a strong plus
• Experience with real camera recording embeddings is a plus (but not a must)
• Eye for typography, color, and layout
• Ability to distill complex information into clear visual narratives
• Experience with research or scientific communication is a plus
• Proactive, creative thinker who enjoys iterative design processes
• Demonstrated fluency in English (written and spoken), with the ability to communicate effectively. German language skills are beneficial.

Workplace

Join a highly committed multidisciplinary team at ETH Zurich, where your contributions will actively support your professional development and foster positive change in society. You will work in an interesting and varied job within exciting and innovative organizations.

What We Offer

• Become part of ETH Zurich, which supports your professional development while contributing to positive societal change
• An engaging job in an innovative environment
• Regular meetings and close collaboration with Sinergia project partners
• Numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by ASVZ, childcare, and attractive pension benefits

We Value Diversity and Sustainability

In alignment with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity, and nurture a working and learning environment that respects the rights and dignity of all staff and students. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to learn more about how we ensure a fair and open environment for growth and excellence. Sustainability is a core value for us, and we are committed to fostering a climate-neutral future.

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About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities specializing in science and technology. Renowned for its excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research, and direct transfer of new knowledge into society, ETH Zurich promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence for over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries. Located in the heart of Europe, we forge connections globally to develop solutions for today's and tomorrow's challenges.