[Hiring] Instructional Design Lead @BD

Role Description

This position is remote with limited travel. The Learning Design Lead (LDL) leads the design, development, and implementation of learning solutions for the Specimen Management business and serves as the liaison between SMEs, sales teams, clinical partners, and the Education & Training organization.

• The LDL assesses role-based performance needs and translates them into effective learning solutions using modern approaches (eLearning, blended/microlearning, virtual ILT, simulations, and performance support).
• Partnering with the Training & Education team, this role delivers engaging, scalable, data-driven programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Learning Strategy & Business Alignment
  • Partner with the Sr. Manager, Education & Training to align learning priorities to business strategy and define required competencies.
  • Execute learning strategies and training plans aligned to Specimen Management priorities.
  • Design solutions that drive performance and measurable business outcomes using adult learning principles.
• Learning Design & Development
  • Lead design and development of high-quality learning solutions (ILT, experiential, eLearning, and blended).
  • Partner with SMEs (e.g., Marketing, Medical Affairs, Clinical Solutions) to translate technical, clinical, and product content into learner-focused training.
  • Ensure content aligns with adult learning principles, sales methodology, and best practices.
  • Oversee content review/approval, including LMR compliance.
  • Select delivery methods, tools, and platforms (e.g., Teams, ShowPad, virtual learning tools) based on objectives.
• Learning Delivery & Enablement Support
  • Support and, as needed, facilitate core programs (e.g., Sales Excellence Training, product training, intermediate programs).
  • Plan and support training at national, regional, and sales meetings.
  • Coordinate virtual training sessions with Marketing and Training partners.
  • Support external train-the-trainer programs as needed (e.g., distribution partners).
  • Provide guidance for leadership and executive training initiatives.
• Measurement, Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
  • Partner with leaders to define success measures and effectiveness metrics.
  • Develop and implement measurement systems to assess impact.
  • Use feedback, performance data, and learner insights to improve solutions.
  • Communicate outcomes to leaders to enable coaching and reinforcement.
• Professional Practice & Collaboration
  • Maintain strong knowledge of Specimen Management products, clinical workflows, and customer needs.
  • Stay current on adult learning trends, learning technologies, and competitive training approaches.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Marketing, Communication, or related field required. Will accept new graduates.
• Experience: 1-3+ years’ experience in Instructional Design or learning solutions with an emphasis on eLearning.
• Must be willing to travel 10% of the time.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency with Articulate Storyline, Camtasia, Captivate, and Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint; strong familiarity with other authoring tools.
• Experience developing eLearning modules, documentation, presentations, and training materials maintained in an LMS.
• Veeva Vault experience preferred.
• Industry experience with customer support organizations and/or medical device implementation/support preferred.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $75K-90K.
• Potential reimbursement of vehicle use/mileage.
• Health and Well-being Benefits:
  • Medical coverage.
  • Health Savings Accounts.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Dental coverage.
  • Vision coverage.
  • Hospital Care Insurance.
  • Critical Illness Insurance.
  • Accidental Injury Insurance.
  • Life and AD&D insurance.
  • Short-term disability coverage.
  • Long-term disability insurance.
  • Long-term care with life insurance.
• Other Well-being Resources:
  • Anxiety management program.
  • Wellness incentives.
  • Sleep improvement program.
  • Diabetes management program.
  • Virtual physical therapy.
  • Emotional/mental health support programs.
  • Weight management programs.
  • Gastrointestinal health program.
  • Substance use management program.
  • Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit.
• Retirement and Financial Well-being:
  • BD 401(k) Plan.
  • BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan.
  • 529 College Savings Plan.
  • Financial counseling.
  • Baxter Credit Union (BCU).
  • Daily Pay.
  • College financial aid and application guidance.
• Life Balance Programs:
  • Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves.
  • Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement.
  • MetLife Legal Plan.
  • Group auto and home insurance.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Discounts on products and services.
  • Academic Achievement Scholarship.
  • Service Recognition Awards.
  • Employer matching donation.
  • Workplace accommodations.
• Other Life Balance Programs:
  • Adoption assistance.
  • Backup day care and eldercare.
  • Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers.
  • Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes.
• Leave Programs:
  • Bereavement leaves.
  • Military leave.
  • Personal leave.
  • Family and Medical Leave (FML).
  • Jury and Witness Duty Leave.