Job Description
About Us
Academia.edu is the world’s leading platform for researchers and scholars to share their work, discover research and connect with fellow academics globally. Our bold vision: to democratize and accelerate the world's research, enhancing the speed of scientific discovery and technological progress for the benefit of everyone. We imagine a world where accessing academic papers is effortless, keeping track of cutting-edge research is seamless and collaborating with researchers is easier than ever before. Our platform empowers hundreds of millions of scholars worldwide to push the boundaries of human understanding. We believe in the power of knowledge to change lives and the world, and our commitment to this mission drives everything we do.
Join us as we continue to redefine what's possible in the world of research. Discover careers that challenge, inspire and propel you toward a future where your ideas can truly change the world. At Academia.edu, we're not just shaping the future of research—we're shaping the future of possibilities.
Your Role: Staff Product Designer on the Premium Products Team
As a Staff Product Designer on the Premium Products Team, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the product experience for millions of academic researchers. Your daily tasks will include: Engaging with researchers to deeply understand their needs; Collaborating with Product Managers to define product strategies and roadmaps; and Crafting entirely new products and services. The projects you'll be involved with will be substantial in scale, offering you ample opportunity to make a significant impact.
Example projects include:
1) A comprehensive product overhaul for our Premium product suite.
2) Research and design of new Premium products.
3) Design leadership for other products relating to researchers.
Key Responsibilities:
Design Leadership & Strategy
- Proactively identify and champion product & design opportunities for academic researchers, fostering alignment within the Premium Product Team.
- Advocate for user-centric design principles, UX frameworks, and best practices within the Premium Product Team and the broader organization.
- Mentor and guide junior designers, nurturing their growth within the field of Product Design.
Design Execution
- Create designs that effectively address academic author needs while meeting business goals.
- Conduct quantitative A/B tests and iterate on designs based test results.
- Solicit feedback from the Product Manager and the Design Team to refine design iterations.
- Conduct user interviews to gather valuable feedback and insights on designs and user experiences.
Collaboration
- Partner closely with the Product Managers and cross-functional teams to align on the product roadmap and UX requirements.
- Collaborate with Data Analysts to analyze user data and test results, translating findings into actionable insights to inform design decisions.
- Work closely with Engineers to ensure the smooth implementation of design solutions.
- Engage in regular design feedback sessions with the Design Team, fostering a culture of collaboration and improvement.
- Contribute to the refinement of design tools and processes, optimizing productivity and effectiveness.
