Job Description

At Labster, we are a dynamic and innovative EdTech company dedicated to revolutionizing education through immersive and interactive learning experiences that engage and inspire students of all ages. We are searching for an innovative, creative, and empathetic leader to head the Design & User Experience Research (UXR) team here at Labster. Reporting to the Chief Product Officer, the VP of Design & UXR will lead a team of passionate and mission-driven product and design professionals to define our design strategy and elevate our user experience to engage learners across the globe.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital education, you will have the opportunity to work at the forefront of immersive learning technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR). Your role will involve shaping the way millions of students interact with complex scientific concepts through immersive experiences, driving the design vision and strategy across all of Labster’s products and services.

If working in a fast-paced and innovative environment is where you thrive, please join us in our mission to illuminate the paths of future scientists and STEM professionals globally, and redefine the boundaries of educational technology!

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the design and UXR strategy in alignment with Labster's objectives.
• Oversee and guide UX research to better understand our user base, ensuring the insights gained translate into significant product improvements.
• Collaborate with learning design and engineering teams in the creation of high-quality, user-centered products. This includes incorporating game design principles, virtual simulations, and VR/AR designs to enhance user engagement and learning outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of product & game designers and UX researchers, nurturing a culture of creativity, innovation, and collaboration.
• Implement and manage design systems across various platforms and devices, including VR/AR environments.
• Present design and UXR strategies to stakeholders and executive leadership, effectively persuading and influencing decisions.
• Promote customer satisfaction and drive innovation within the design team, leading by example and setting high standards.
• Navigate the team through ambiguity, ensuring decisions are grounded in data, and address any roadblocks that may arise.
• Foster Labster's growth mindset among your team members, track progress based on circle and company OKRs, and support team members in achieving their goals and excelling in their roles.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in UX design and research, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in driving and applying user-centered design processes.
• Deep understanding of UX research methods and best practices.
• Proficiency in design software (such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD) and prototyping tools.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A robust portfolio of previous product design work that showcases your leadership and hands-on work. Your portfolio should showcase a proven track record of solving complex design problems with design-led thinking that exhibits a clean, polished design aesthetic coupled with a passion for pixel perfection, consistency, and usability.
• Experience in the EdTech industry is a must.
• Experience in game design, virtual simulations, VR/AR design is a big plus.

At Labster, we are committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including but not limited to those from traditionally underrepresented groups in tech.

Why Labster.

At Labster, our mission is to empower the next generation of scientists to change the world. As a global leader in the development of interactive, virtual labs, we reach millions of students globally, drawing them into the intricate world of science, and enabling them to grasp critical concepts on a deeper level. But our mission is far from accomplished — and that's where you come in!

We are the creators of one of the most innovative platforms in the realm of digital education, spearheading the transformation of STEM learning. Each simulation we create sparks curiosity, nurtures passion, and inspires students to understand the critical global challenges we face on this planet, such as global warming, disease control, food shortages, and many more.

Beyond merely understanding, we motivate students to believe in their abilities to contribute to solving these problems. We genuinely believe that to tackle our world's issues effectively, we need to ignite a love for science at an early age, and inspire as many young minds as possible globally.

We offer the opportunity for meaningful work, boundless learning, and collaboration with a dynamic and diverse team of passionate educators and innovators. Will you join us on our mission to inspire the scientists of tomorrow?

What’s in it for you?

• Be a part of making science accessible and engaging to the world’s future scientists
• Generous parental leave policy with a phased return to work program
• Work with flexibility
• Unlimited paid vacation (which we encourage you to actually take!)
• Learning budget for professional development
• Company-wide equity program
• Opportunities to travel and meet your colleagues from around the world!
• Access to free 1:1 therapy sessions and other mental health and wellbeing support tools through a membership with iFeel
• Opportunity to get involved with our Women In STEM and LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Groups!

Our commitment to all of you

Labster, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Labster strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Labster complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.