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Graphic Designer,Sr
Requisition ID
req37423
Working Title
FRDO Sr Graphic Designer
Position Grade
11
Position Summary
The University of New Mexico is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic, detail-oriented, and organized individual to join the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) team as a Graphic Designer, Sr to support various programs within the OVPR, including the Grand Challenges Program.
The Faculty Research Development Office (FRDO), a unit of UNM's Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR), is seeking a Graphic Designer, Sr to contribute to our mission to support research development and enhance the diversity, quality, volume, and success rates of external funding proposals. The primary role of this position is to consult with researchers to produce technical and scientific illustrations for grant proposals (e.g. tables, charts, figures) that effectively communicate research concepts, methods or processes. Responsibilities also include support brand development, creating presentation templates, graphics, or other visual communications that support research programs and activities. The Graphic Designer is expected to maintain a record of work created and faculty/proposals supported. May also perform other related duties as assigned.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Conceptualizes, plans, designs, and produces a wide range of specialized graphic, typesetting and/or illustrative material, to include multimedia concepts; writes and edits basic copy.
2. Works with clientele to ascertain needs and to develop graphic directions, concepts, and specifications for assigned projects.
3. Plans production schedules for the various steps in the design process; analyzes project development costs and develops project budgets and workflow for multiple concurrent projects; participates in production and/or marketing planning group sessions and meetings.
4. Identifies, selects, and coordinates vendors for printing and publication services, as appropriate to the project; may write and process requests for proposals for printing requisitions; identifies and recommends contractors, such as typesetters, printers, illustrators, photographers, and/or cartographers.
5. Oversees and coordinates the production process; develops and writes printing and/or other production specifications, and selects appropriate production media and materials, such as ink and paper; inspects proofs for accuracy and adherence to appropriate production standards.
6. Provides creative and technical advice and guidance, and serves as liaison with production personnel, authors, publishers, clients, and/or printing representatives on permission information, design and technical graphics issues.
7. May coordinate a graphics or photographic library and/or maintain digital records.
8. May create and produce animated videos and animated portions of live videos using computers and video production equipment.
9. May supervise and/or lead lower graded staff and/or student employees.
10. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated time management skills, with excellent coordination and ability to follow through
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity and experience with the Faculty Research Development Office
Additional Requirements
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
VP Research Econ Devp General Admin (798H0)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Temporary - Part-Time
Term End Date
One year from date of hire
Status
Non-Exempt
Pay
Hourly; $25.36
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required
For Best Consideration Date
8/4/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive
Eligible for Remote Work
Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
This position is eligible for a remote work agreement (RWA), to include Hybrid, In-State, and Out-of-State. For more information about Remote Work Agreements, please refer to UAP 3245, Remote Work, Section 5, Establishing a Remote Work Agreement and Section 6, Out-of-State Employee Responsibilities.All Regular employees hired for an Out-of-State RWA must agree to an employee status of Term Appointment and subject to regular renewals no longer than yearly, in accordance with UAP 3200, Employee Classification. Renewal of Term Appointments is not guaranteed; the remote work arrangement, operational, and business needs will be considered in determining whether to renew the Term Appointment.
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
A completed application includes a resume/UNMJobs application and 3 professional references.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.