Learning and Development Partner from AIC

Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Learning and Development Partner
Position type: Full time Contract.
Duration: 12 months
Location: Gaithersburg, MD

As a Learning and Development Partner, you will:

Job Description:
The primary focus of the role over the next 12 months is to support our Biologics Engineering (BE) function with a focus on learning projects that advance skills and know-how in artificial intelligence, machine learning and gene-data biologics (GDB)

Working independently to support the delivery of high-quality learning initiatives in a complex, dynamic and global setting. You will be an excellent networker and collaborator, with business partners and subject matter experts to deliver quality and innovative learning resources, coordinate global cohort-based programs and drive communications to garner support and interest from partners and the learner audience alike.

May be involved in the identification of training needs and evaluation of external courses. This role will be an individual contributor or manage a small team, will undertake direct training on any subject.

We're seeking an independent, highly collaborative, and resourceful Learning and Development Learning Partner to join our Oncology R&D team, and specifically in our Biologics Engineering function.

At client, we follow the science and pioneer new frontiers. Our bold aspiration is to be pioneers in science, lead in our disease areas and transform patient outcomes. By 2030 our goal is to deliver 20 new medicines through industry leading growth and be carbon negative. Our Oncology team is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a cause of death. We fuse pioneering science with the latest technology to achieve breakthroughs and have built an unrivalled scientific community both internally and externally. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to build a rewarding and meaningful career while improving the lives of millions living with cancer!

Recognising the importance of individualised flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our office sites are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm, and connect on key projects.

About the role

Working independently to support the delivery of high-quality learning initiatives in a complex, dynamic and global setting. You will be an excellent networker and collaborator, with business partners and subject matter experts to deliver quality and innovative learning resources, coordinate global cohort-based programmes and drive communications to garner support and interest from partners and the learner audience alike. The primary focus of the role over the next 12 months is to support our Biologics Engineering function with a focus on learning projects that advance skills and know-how in artificial intelligence, machine learning and gene-data biologics.

Key responsibilities:

Work closely with project leads to gather technical content from R&D subject matter experts. Using a solid understanding of R&D you will assimilate and synthesise complex information to deliver learning resources relevant and engaging for the target audience.

Support development of community of practice and master classes for training in GDB.

Monitor the journey of learners and implement innovate ways to engage them as needed

Review, refresh and create technical / scientific learning resources (including e.g., slides, eLearning, video production etc.) to support the build of knowledge pathways within Degreed (learning technology platform) including a base course for new starters on gene data biologics.

Coordination of relevant learning programmes, including advertisement, registrations, coordination of presenters and facilitators at global locations, collation and reporting of cohort feedback etc.

Preparation and oversight of communications for partners, intranet, and Workplace.

Project management and operational delivery of key elements of R&D/BE learning programmes.

Liaison with external L&D vendors for assessment of capability, oversight of project delivery, ongoing relationship management and identification of new opportunities relevant to R&D/BE.

Collation, interpretation and reporting of learning analytics for key R&D/BE learning programmes / interventions.

Delivery and facilitation of in person and virtual R&D/BE learning seminars and events.

Keeps abreast of external trends in L&D technologies and approaches and makes recommendations for benefit of R&D/BE learning programmes.

Active member of the R&D learning practitioner community, contribute to sharing of best practices and developing L&D capability for self and peers.

Requirements:

Qualified to degree level preferably in a scientific / technical field and/or higher-level qualifications or accreditations in learning and development related subject area (preferred)

Experience of a Pharma environment and knowledge of the R&D drug development life cycle.

Preferably - knowledge and expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning and related technologies, ideally in a scientific setting or context.

Excellent understanding of adult learning theories, instructional design and learning delivery. Experience applying these in a technical business setting.

Practical experience building high quality learning resources with content creation tools (e.g., Articulate) and in learner experience platforms (e.g. Degreed)

Creative flair, able to simplify complex scientific and technical concepts to support engagement and knowledge retention with R&D/BE learners, in line with narrative and branding.

Solid operational and project management skills, able to coordinate and drive delivery of tactical work with discipline and efficiency.

Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English

Communicates effectively at all levels, from R&D/BE learner to business partners.

Experience delivering training, workshops, or global events, including leveraging technology to drive both in-person or virtual learning events.

Proactive, self-starter able to work in an agile, fast paced environment.

Excellent teammate who fosters a collaborative work environment where everyone can contribute their best work.

Models an agile learning approach by being committed to own professional development.

Schedule
M - F 8 - 4
Hybrid - 3 days a week onsite mandatory - No flexibility

Top 3 Must Haves
Candidates must be great at stakeholder management, and consultation.
Must have LnD expertise - please highlight training experience on resume
Related experience welcome and highly preferred (at least one if not all) - RnD Pharma, Pharma, Multinational similar to client.

Certifications/ Degree
Prefer 5 - 10 years of experience in LnD field
Masters in Education
Must have strong LnD experience.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.

We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.

Thank you!

Namrata Gautam
Senior Associate Recruitment
PHONE: (+1) 314-523-1818
EMAIL:

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $55- $60 per hour.
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centres across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions:

• One of Largest IT Consulting Staffing firms in the USA - Recognized as #4 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA 2022)
• ClearlyRated® Client Diamond Award Winner (2020)
• One of the Largest Certified MBE Companies in the NMSDC Network (2022)
• Advanced Tier Services partner with AWS and Gold with MS

Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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