Pfizer · 3 days ago
Senior Director, Learning Instructional Design and Course Creation
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$215K/yr - $341K/yr
12+ years expPfizer is a leading biopharmaceutical company, and they are seeking a Senior Director of Learning Instructional Design and Course Creation. This role involves creating and driving the design and development of learning experiences while overseeing a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality learning solutions aligned with organizational standards.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Define and execute the vision for growth learning programs
Oversee end-to-end content lifecycle: design, development, curation, and maintenance
Ensure accessibility, inclusivity, and alignment with organizational standards
Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team focusing on a culture of collaboration and accountability
Manage resource allocation, including contractor engagement
Provide guidance on solution development best practices
Embed AI-driven tools and adaptive learning technologies into program design
Stay ahead of emerging trends in learning technology and incorporate best practices
Use data analytics to measure learning effectiveness and inform continuous improvement
Implement feedback loops to refine content and delivery strategies
Manage budgets for content development and vendor partnerships
Negotiate and maintain relationships with external providers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in an applicable discipline
12+ years of relevant experience in instructional design and learning
Experience building and developing high-performing teams
Change agent able to influence, provide guidance, strategic assistance and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and leaders
Exercises foresight and judgment in making complex decisions
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and ability to present to senior level executives
Integrates AI into the flow of daily work
Preferred
MBA or Master's degree in a related field is a plus
Experience leading transformational initiatives in large-scale life sciences organizations
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact
Benefits
Participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 22.5% of the base salary
Eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Company
Pfizer
Pfizer is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers medicines and vaccines.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$38BKey Investors
Starboard Value
2025-11-21Post Ipo Debt· $6B
2024-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2023-05-16Post Ipo Debt· $31B
Leadership Team
Albert Bourla
Chief Executive Officer
Ian Read
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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