Senior Instructional Designer

Red Nucleus

. Design and develop engaging, effective instructor-led and virtual workshop materials, including facilitator guides, participant guides, job aids, quick reference guides, learning activities, simulations, and assessments .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $76,000 - $96,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in instructional design and curriculum development, with a strong focus on adult learning methodologies and the ability to create engaging learning experiences. Proficient in managing multiple projects and collaborating with stakeholders in the life sciences industry.

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Instructional DesignCurriculum DevelopmentAdult Learning MethodologiesNeeds AnalysisStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentLearning MeasurementWorkshop DesignContent TranslationFacilitator Training

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCollaborationConsulting

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeVirtual Meeting PlatformsAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesPharmaceutical TrainingBiotechnology TrainingMedical Device Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop engaging, effective instructor-led and virtual workshop materials, including facilitator guides, participant guides, job aids, quick reference guides, learning activities, simulations, and assessments
Lead instructional design discussions and reviews with clients and project teams to align learning solutions with business objectives
Develop interactive learning strategies incorporating adult learning principles, application exercises, case studies, and facilitated discussions
Deliver and facilitate Train-the-Trainer sessions to prepare facilitators for successful workshop delivery
Support business development efforts through participation in proposals, pitches, and learning strategy discussions
Review and revise training materials created by others for instructional quality, learner engagement, and educational effectiveness
Translate client goals, objectives, and strategy into effective learning experiences
Perform curriculum analyses and develop measurement strategies
Create learning assets using content written by Medical Writers or clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate or graduate degree in education, instructional design, organizational development, or a related field; or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience in needs analysis, instructional design, curriculum development, learning measurement, and adult learning methodologies
Experience designing live and virtual instructor-led workshops and learning experiences
Ability to translate complex content into impactful learning experiences
Comfortable with AI tools, MS Office, and virtual meeting platforms
Exceptional verbal, written, presentation, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced client environment
Strong collaboration, consulting, and stakeholder management skills
Knowledge of and experience within the life sciences industry, such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and/or medical device training