Associate Research Graphic Design Specialist

Associate Research Graphic Design Specialist

Job No : 503132

Work Type :

Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)

Location : Dayton, OH

Category :

Research Institute Staff

Department :

Sustainment Outreach - 250724

Pay Grade : P1 - Exempt

Advertised : October 13, 2025

Applications close : October 24, 2025

Position Summary : UDRI is seeking a qualified graphic designer to support client research and educational activities. Successful candidate will affect technology adoption through effective print and digital design, strategic communications initiatives, and presentation development. Familiarity with scientific, technical, or engineering concepts preferred. Portfolio required with application, in addition to resume.

Minimum Qualifications :

BA or BFA degree in graphic design, with 2 years' experience in graphic design or similar field.

Excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, and proficiency with document editing and proofing.

Able to comprehend highly technical information and interpret into effective visual and interactive designs. Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office Suite : including Word and PowerPoint design, formatting, template creation and editing.

Demonstrated experience in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite : including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Creative innovator with an understanding of branding, color theory, visual hierarchy, composition, typography, user interface and user experience.

Organized and able to maintain strict file management practices and policies.

Critical thinker who is able to work strategically, prioritize projects, work independently to meet deadlines and collaborate effectively in teams while coordinating project tasks.

The position requires flexibility, the ability to track multiple projects requiring diverse skillsets simultaneously, and willingness to accept other duties as assigned.

Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Qualifications :

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following :

3+ years of directly related graphic design experience.

Experience in photography working with professional equipment including digital cameras and lenses, flash and fill lighting, as well as photo editing with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.

Experience in course development and design creating illustrations for in-person and independent study materials.

Experience collaborating with technical subject matter experts as part of instructional design.

Working knowledge of US Air Force culture, command structure and facilities.

Familiarity with project management approaches, tools and phases of the project lifecycle.

An understanding of how people and organizations navigate change and the change process.

Demonstrated successful experience working with technical subjects and collaborating with research engineers.

Strong analytical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.

Willing to travel.

Special Instructions to Applicants :

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet. Please submit a link to your online portfolio, in addition to your resume.

Closing Statement :

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

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