Interaction Designer / Interaction Designeress

Interaction Designer

60%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term

We are seeking a creative Interaction Designer to craft compelling visual experiences and digital assets. In this role, you will transform complex data and concepts into clear, engaging visuals, collaborating closely with our engineering team to bring ideas to life.

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

Project Background

Together with partners from academia and industry, we are engaged in visualization projects. The primary research at the IVIA lab focuses on interactive human-AI collaboration interfaces aimed at effective problem-solving and decision-making. We are particularly interested in empowering humans by collaborating with AI agents in co-adaptive processes. To support our projects, we are looking for a motivated Interaction Designer to join our team, who 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 using 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 through logo development, visual guidelines, and 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
• Portfolio must explicitly showcase past projects relevant to the requirements, such as 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 the 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 advantage
• Experience with real camera recording embeddings is appreciated (but not required)
• Strong 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); additional German language skills are beneficial

Workplace

We offer an impactful role within ETH Zurich, where you will not only support your professional development but also contribute to positive change in society. This position entails working in an exciting and innovative environment, alongside a highly committed multidisciplinary team. Regular meetings and close collaboration with project partners will be a part of your experience. You can also expect several benefits, such as public transport season tickets, car sharing options, a wide range of sports provided by the ASVZ, childcare services, and attractive pension plans.

We Value Diversity and Sustainability

ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture, promoting equality of opportunity and valuing diversity. We nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Sustainability is a core value for us, and we are consistently working towards 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 and cutting-edge research, we strive to transfer new knowledge directly into society. With over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries, our university fosters a place of independent thinking and inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe and forging connections worldwide, we work together to develop solutions for today's and tomorrow's global challenges.