Sr Manager, R&D Learning

Job Description

About This Role

The Sr Manager, R&D Learning will report to the Head of R&D Learning & Document Control Management, and will act as the Learning Partner for the R&D QA Audits and Inspections function within the R&D organization. This role will be an expert in instructional design, conduct learning needs analyses, and work closely with the business, engaging stakeholders to enhance employee performance with effective and innovative learning & development programs. The role will also be responsible for learning strategy and execution, as well as leading projects in support of business goals and objectives.

This is a hybrid role with flexibility to work most of the week remotely.  The preferred office location for the role is Cambridge, MA, but the RTP, NC office location will also be considered.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct training needs analysis and other instructional design activities
• Coordinate and/or design and develop learning programs and content across the R&D organization  
• Monitor R&D Training Process Key Quality Indicators to assess process health
• Define and execute learning assignment strategy
• Implementation of innovative learning
• Provide support for training request for R&D QA Audits and Inspections

Who You Are

You are passionate about learning and driving results in a dynamic environment.  You are innovative and enjoy working through collaboration.  

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree required.  Advanced degree in Instructional Design or adult education preferred.

• Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical industry experience required.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience with Instructional Design/Training Programs required.  Experience working with Quality Assurance teams within R&D preferred.
• Knowledge of Instructional Design methodology for adult learning, curriculum and course development required.
• Knowledge of Performance Consulting processes for training program analysis and design required.
• Knowledge of training program evaluation techniques for learning effectiveness required.
• Strong management skills, and ability to effectively lead and collaborate with various business functions required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is $120,000 - $169,500. Base salary is determined by a combination of factors including, but not limited to, job related years of relevant experience, internal equity, and location of the job. Additionally, this role is eligible for participation in Biogen’s LTI grants and other incentive programs. Biogen offers a full range of benefits that include medical, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurances, vacation, end-of-year shutdown, and 401K participation and matching contributions.

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.