Senior Professional Officer (& above) in UX / UI Design (IaaS Centre)

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Job Description Senior Professional Officer (& above) in UX / UI Design (IaaS Centre) Posting Start Date: 22/07/2026 Schemes of Service: Professional Officers Division: Professional Officers Employment Type: Fixed Term Job Purpose The Deputy Head leads SIT's applied innovation agenda by co-developing the Design Factory as a design-led, research-informed platform that bridges academia, industry, and government. Drawing on deep experience in integrated applied R&D, human-centred design, and interdisciplinary innovation, the incumbent will drive strategic partnerships, programme growth, and real-world project translation. This role combines hands-on design and research leadership with operational oversight, capability building, and ecosystem development, connecting students, faculty, industry partners, and institutional stakeholders through impactful, collaborative innovation initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Applied R&D and Design Innovation Leadership - Lead integrated applied R&D and design projects for SMEs, MNCs, and public sector partners, overseeing full project lifecycles from research framing, ideation, and user insights through to prototyping, validation, and manufacturing considerations. - Apply human-centred design, systems thinking, and futures methodologies to translate research insights into functional prototypes, design frameworks, and scalable innovation outcomes. - Spearhead the curation and growth of specialist labs and material exploration environments, supporting experimentation across emerging materials, structural design, and advanced fabrication methods. - Bridge creative design with engineering feasibility to develop manufacturable, real-world product and service solutions. - Mentor students, researchers, and project teams on user research, design process application, and applied R&D translation. - UI/UX Design Leadership - Lead the strategic direction of UI/UX design across the Design Factory’s projects and programmes, setting standards for interaction design, visual language, and user experience quality that reflect best-in-class practice. - Champion user-centred design methodologies including usability testing, journey mapping, wireframing, and iterative prototyping across interdisciplinary project teams working with industry and public sector partners. - Provide design critique, mentorship, and quality oversight for student and project team UI/UX outputs, ensuring rigour in both the design process and final deliverables across digital and physical touchpoints. - Drive the integration of accessibility, inclusive design, and culturally sensitive UX principles into all project deliverables, ensuring solutions are equitable and effective for diverse end users. - Build and sustain the Design Factory’s UI/UX capability through curated toolkits, design systems, and learning frameworks that equip students and collaborators with transferable digital and service design skills. - Strategic Platform and Programme Development - Co-lead the Design Factory as a design-led platform bridging applied R&D, industry collaboration, education, and enterprise adoption; growing its role within SIT's innovation ecosystem. - Identify and develop opportunities for programme growth in human-centred design, circular innovation, applied R&D, and cross-disciplinary learning. - Drive platform strategy, programme governance, and stakeholder engagement, including representation at institutional forums, exhibitions, and VIP engagements. - Contribute to strategic planning and long-term development of the Design Factory in alignment with SIT's institutional goals. - Partnership and Business Development - Establish and manage relationships with industry leaders, design organisations, IHLs, government agencies, and international ecosystem partners. - Identify collaboration opportunities and prepare proposals, project scopes, MOUs, and partnership agreements. - Represent the Design Factory in outreach, exhibitions, and partnership forums, strengthening its visibility locally and internationally. - Drive and activate a multi-stakeholder innovation network spanning students, researchers, industry, academia, and government. - Capability Building and Education - Design and deliver applied learning programmes, masterclasses, workshops, and structured learning experiences integrating design thinking, human-centred research, prototyping, and real-world application. - Translate Design Factory methodologies, applied R&D projects, and industry case studies into structured content for internal and external programmes, including CET modules and industry workshops. - Support academic delivery through preparation of learning resources, demonstrations, and supervision of student work across interdisciplinary projects. - Mentor and guide interdisciplinary teams across design, engineering, and research domains within lab, workshop, and applied project environments. - Project and Operational Management - Plan, implement, and monitor multiple concurrent applied R&D and innovation projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. - Manage budgets, procurement, and reporting for internal and external initiatives, with a strong track record of on-time and on-budget performance. - Oversee daily operations of the Design Factory, including facilities, safety, scheduling, and resource utilisation. - Maintain records, documentation, and performance metrics for projects, programmes, and collaborations. Job Requirements - Degree in Design, Industrial Design, Human Factors, Engineering, Innovation Management, or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field is an advantage. - Minimum 5 years of professional experience in applied R&D, user-centred design, innovation consulting, or design-led industry translation. - Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and multi-stakeholder partnerships within academic, research, or industry innovation contexts. - Proficiency in design research methods, prototyping, fabrication, and applied learning environments. - Demonstrated proficiency in UI/UX design practice, including experience with interaction design, information architecture, usability testing, and industry-standard tools such as Figma, Sketch, or equivalent platforms. A portfolio evidencing leadership in UI/UX project delivery is strongly preferred. - Prior experience managing facilities, interdisciplinary teams, or design-led platforms is highly advantageous. - ACLP certification or equivalent teaching/facilitation qualification is an advantage.

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