Global Pathogen Analysis Service Ltd (GPAS Ltd) aims to revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases by developing Whole Genome Sequencing- and metagenomic-based pathogen clinical analysis tools. We ultimately aim to develop an 'always-on global pathogen metagenomics system with the ability to identify Pathogen X and provide early warning of disease epidemics.'
Built by a long-established world-leading pathogen genomics team from the University of Oxford, supported by the cloud computing scale and security of Oracle Inc, and generously funded by Larry Ellison, GPAS is a global, turn-key solution that systematizes how data from genomic sequencing is processed.
Progressing from our successful Sars-CoV-2 and Mycobacterium tuberculosis toolsets, GPAS Ltd is scaling at pace to develop and deliver speciation, AMR prediction, and relatedness solutions to laboratories, hospitals, and public health organizations around the globe.
The Role:
Joining an exciting team as the first UX Designer, you will work alongside software, data, and bioinformatics experts to establish the key design requirements for our products. You’ll lead on the design of the user interface collaborating with leading academics and industry experts to then translate these ideas into tangible and user-friendly products.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with a diverse group of experts across industry and academia both internal and externally to lead our design needs.
* Utilise tools like Figma or Sketch to create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs to demonstrate interaction and design concepts.
* Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design decisions and identify areas for improvement
* Collaborate with developers to ensure seamless implementation of design solutions.
* Continuously monitor and analyse user feedback and behaviour to iterate and improve design solutions.
* Create design standards and guidelines to ensure a consistent approach to UX
* Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and best practices in UX design.
Requirements
We are looking for someone with:
* Experience in Saas, HealthTech, scientific software or similar areas.
* Proficiency in design and wireframing tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, or Figma
* Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies
* Excellent visual design skills with an eye for typography, layout, and colour
* Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
* Portfolio showcasing previous UX design projects and process is a plus
* Start-up/Scale-up experience is beneficial.
Benefits
What we can offer:
We’re a close knit, collaborative small team. We’re building a team with a people-first culture. Joining GPAS is an opportunity to help shape a cutting-edge technology with the capability to dramatically improve clinical diagnostics and treatment.
* Competitive salary
* Additional employer contribution to the workplace pension scheme
* Hybrid working arrangement.
* Enhanced sick pay
* Group life cover
* Employee assistance programme
* Generous company holiday allowance, with carry-over into the next year and additional compassionate leave
* Staff training budget
* Cycle to work scheme
* Volunteering days
* Home working set-up cost contribution
* Access to Bright Exchange that provides special offers from a wide range of companies
GPAS Ltd is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment, and actively encourages applications from under-represented groups in society. We are open to applications for part-time and flexible working arrangements.