Senior Instructional Design Specialist

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life We are seeking a talented and creative Instructional Design Content Developer to join our Global Learning & Leadership Development team, focusing on the development of innovative learning content for learning and leadership development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for instructional design, a strong understanding of the latest design software and technology, and a commitment to creating engaging and impactful learning experiences in a multitude of modalities.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Collaborate with the Learning Architect, Multimedia Developer, and other stakeholders to design and develop high-quality learning content for learning and leadership development programs for employees around the globe.
• Lead or contribute directly to the development of innovative and interactive learning content, including e-learning modules, in-person and/or virtual instructor-led training, simulations, video and electronic assets, interactive digital tools and platforms, and other learning resources.
• Utilize advanced design software and technology, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Articulate Storyline, Camtasia, and other digital authoring tools, to create interactive and visually appealing learning materials.
• Effectively utilize existing internal learning platforms to create dynamic, integrated learning experiences.
• Apply adult learning principles and instructional design best practices to create effective and engaging learning experiences.
• Work closely with subject matter experts to understand learning objectives and content requirements, and translate complex information into clear and compelling learning materials.
• Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure that learning content is accurate, accessible, and aligned with the organizations learning and leadership development goals.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in instructional design to enhance the visual and interactive appeal of learning content.
• Apply technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to the creation and implementation of learning and leadership development solutions.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Overall 7+ years experience with Bachelors degree in instructional design, graphic design, multimedia design, or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in instructional design, content development, or a related field, with a focus on leadership development.
• Proficiency in creating a diverse mix of learning modalities to satisfy a multitude of learning needs.
• Experience with advanced design software and technology, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Articulate Storyline, Camtasia, and other digital authoring tools. Experience with AI authoring tools preferred.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and the application of multimedia in learning.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders around the globe.
• Align solutions with skills-based learning philosophies.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here