Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Mercalis is an integrated life sciences commercialization partner providing solutions across the healthcare value chain. The Training Specialist develops instructional materials, facilitates new-hire and refresher training, evaluates trainee readiness, and supports the development of the Learning and Development function.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop training materials for new programs and/or maintenance of existing training materials (e.g., Instructor-Led training and/or eLearning materials, job aids, activities, and Desk Drops)
- Lead new hire training sessions covering specified areas such as using computers and software/platforms, new hire classes, and refresher and/or upgrade training
- Deliver compliance training for new hires prior to actively supporting any assigned program
- Measure trainee progress to evaluate effectiveness of training and determine readiness for trainee to perform in their role
- Document areas of concern for all trainees and review results with Program Leadership and Aston Carter, if applicable
- Confers with Program Leadership to maintain awareness of changes in policies, procedures, regulations, and technologies
- Update the Confluence Wiki to ensure it holds the most up-to-date information, is grammatically correct, and is user-friendly
- Maintain and manage a positive learning environment in all training settings
- On time adherence to training deadlines for all corporate policies and procedures governing access to confidential data
- Ensure all SOPs are followed with consistency
- Conducts miscellaneous tasks or projects as assigned
Skills
- College Degree in Communication or Education or a related field and/or equivalent experience in training
- Experience designing training materials and delivering training in a corporate setting
- Experience managing and facilitating meetings with key stakeholders
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to quickly develop strong working relationships with others
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
- Proven ability to mentor others to ensure their success
- Degree in related discipline: Instructional Design, Organizational Psychology, Adult Education, etc
- At least 2 years of experience working in the pharmaceutical industry and at least 1 year of training experience
Benefits
- 401K with 5% matching; day-1 vestment period
- 15 days PTO
- 7 Holidays + 2 Floating Days
- Health/Dental/Vision/Life; Coverage Day-1
- Gym Reimbursement
- Volunteer Hours
Company Overview