MSD

Learning Creation Lead, Associate Director – Global Learning and Development

MSD

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: North Wales • Pennsylvania • United States

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Salary

💰 $129,000 - $203,100 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Lead a global, multidisciplinary team responsible for end-to-end learning experience creation in support of an assigned Therapeutic Area (TA) and/or Commercial Capability portfolio.
  • Conduct learning analysis, develop learning blueprints, and oversee creation of learning assets at global scale.
  • Translate business and capability needs into innovative, scalable, and compliant learning solutions that drive performance, accelerate talent development, and support strategic priorities.
  • Deliver learner‑centric, science‑based, inclusive learning experiences that meet our company's quality standards and produce measurable business impact.
  • Partner with business stakeholders and GLD colleagues to analyze performance needs, identify skill gaps, and define clear learning and success outcomes.
  • Ensure adherence to formal legal and medical review processes for compliant delivery of learning.
  • Create and maintain high‑level designs and learning journeys for assigned portfolios.
  • Lead and coach a global team of designers, developers, and vendors in a matrixed environment.
  • Provide creative and quality oversight across all learning formats, reviewing designs and final deliverables.
  • Serve as a trusted partner to business and GLD stakeholders throughout delivery.

Requirements

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or currently in pursuit of degree completion, or equivalent relevant work experience in HR or related discipline.
  • 10+ years of experience (or 8+ years with a Master’s or Ph.D.) in Learning & Development, instructional design, or training, with a proven record of delivering end-to-end learning programs.
  • 3+ years leading teams or complex learning initiatives in a matrixed environment.
  • Deep expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design, and learning science.
  • Proven ability to design effective learning across modalities (e‑learning, virtual, instructor‑led, blended, performance support).
  • Strong command of ADDIE and agile approaches, design thinking, curriculum design, learner personas, and measurable learning outcomes.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multi‑workstream learning projects from discovery through deployment.
  • Strong planning, prioritization, risk management, and problem‑solving skills in fast‑paced, iterative environments.
  • Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary design and development teams, including vendors and contractors.
  • Strong coaching, delegation, and feedback skills; able to foster high performance, inclusion, and continuous learning.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and consulting skills.
  • Ability to translate business needs into compelling learning strategies and influence stakeholders toward learner‑centric, outcome‑focused solutions.
  • Clear, executive‑ready communication of design decisions and learning value.
  • Data‑driven mindset with experience defining KPIs and evaluating learning effectiveness and impact.
  • Ability to analyze learning data and insights to drive continuous improvement and business alignment.
  • Hands‑on experience with learning design and development tools (e.g., Articulate) and multimedia content creation.
  • Working knowledge of LMS platforms, virtual delivery tools, and emerging learning technologies; able to quickly adopt new tools.
  • Experience designing learning in regulated or complex environments.
  • Understanding of training quality, documentation, and compliance expectations (e.g., GxP) and ability to balance effectiveness with regulatory rigor.
Benefits
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision healthcare
  • other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
  • retirement benefits, including 401(k)
  • paid holidays
  • vacation
  • compassionate and sick days
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
learning analysisinstructional designadult learning theorylearning scienceADDIEagile approachescurriculum designlearner personasmeasurable learning outcomesdata analysis
Soft Skills
leadershipcoachingstakeholder managementconsultingplanningprioritizationrisk managementproblem-solvingcommunicationinfluence
Certifications
Bachelor's DegreeMaster’s DegreePh.D.