Job Description

Are you an experienced Learning Design Specialist with a desire to excel? If so, then Talent Software Services may have the job for you! Our client is seeking an experienced Learning Design Specialist to work at their company in Maple Grove, MN.

Position Summary: We are seeking a passionate, innovative, and results-oriented Learning Design Specialist to join our team. As a Learning Design Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the learning experiences of our urology sales organization. You will collaborate with Sales Training Managers (STMs), product marketing, and other cross-functional partners and stakeholders to develop engaging and effective learning solutions that meet the needs of the field-based learner and the business. In addition, as part of the Learning and Design team, you will work with STMs to develop and implement training workshops as required for National Sales Meetings and other meetings that may be necessary, as determined by the commercial teams. You will also provide support for the set-up and coordination of sales training classes (synchronous and asynchronous). This role requires an individual who thrives a fast-paced, growing organisation and demonstrates the ability to be agile and adaptable.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities :

• Instructional Design: design and develop high-quality learning materials with clear performance-based objectives, including instructor-led training materials, storyboards for e-learning modules, videos, simulations, and other multimedia assets.
• Needs Analysis: conduct needs assessments in partnership with Marketing, Sales, and Operations teams to identify learning objectives, audience characteristics, and performance gaps. Use data-driven insights to inform the design process.
• Curriculum Development: Create comprehensive learning curricula that align with organizational goals and objectives. Ensure that learning experiences are sequenced logically and scaffolded appropriately.
• Learning Experience Design: design engaging and interactive learning experiences that leverage a variety of instructional strategies and technologies. Incorporate principles of adult learning theory and cognitive psychology to maximise learning outcomes.
• Technology Integration: a basic proficiency of Articulate360 (or similar eLearning authoring software) to develop short and simplistic modules (Tier 1) for our LMS/LXP and work with the Learning Technologist to leverage digital capabilities to deliver dynamic and interactive learning experiences.
• Collaboration: work collaboratively with STMs, Product Marketing, and other stakeholders on various strategic projects, new product launches, and product training campaigns.
• Quality Assurance:
• Conduct thorough reviews and quality assurance checks to ensure the accuracy, relevance, and effectiveness of learning materials. Implement feedback from stakeholders to continuously improve the learning experience, ensuring all sales training materials and training methodology are up to date.
• Facilitate and support Learning and Design processes and efforts required to meet Quality System, Compliance and Legal requirements.
• Project Management: manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that deliverables are completed on time and within budget. Communicate effectively to project teams to coordinate timelines, resources, and priorities.
• Evaluations and Assessment: develop evaluation strategies to measure the effectiveness of learning interventions. Analyze data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for future iterations.

Qualifications:

• BA in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Learning Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of instructional design, curriculum development and technical writing experience
• Basic proficiency of Articulate Storyline (or similar e-learning authoring tools) to develop a Tier 1 training and LMS.
• Proficiency with Microsoft product suite (TEAMs, SharePoint, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design models (e.g. ADDIE, SAM), and learning theories.
• Demonstrated ability to take the initiative and work independently and in a team environment
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Creative problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation in learning design.
• Ability to quickly grasp new terminology (i.e. medical terminology, sales terminology)

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