eLearning Content Developer

ABOUT AMGEN

Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world’s toughest diseases, and make people’s lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what’s known today.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Role Description:

The eLearning Developer, Global Learning Solutions (GLS) reports to the Sr. Manager Instructional Design Team Lead, with responsibilities for developing and programming learning solutions designed by the GLS Instructional Design team.  The eLearning Developer uses a variety of tools and software to create engaging, interactive content that can be accessed remotely, catering to the educational needs of various types of learners.  Deliverables include content outlines, design documents, style guides/templates, storyboards, infographics, workshop materials, performance support tools, and eLearning modules. The eLearning Developer ensures learning content is produced effectively, efficiently, and in line with the priorities identified by functional governance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Design and create engaging e-learning course content using authoring tools

• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to transform course content and ensure accuracy

• Utilize multimedia technology and authoring tools to create innovative and engaging e-learning content

• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts

• Apply tested instructional design theories, practice and methods

• Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process

• Create supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role plays, games etc)

• Maintain project documentation and course folders

• Conduct quality assurance reviews on courses and implement improvements as needed

• Implementing assessment tools to measure training effectiveness

• Ensuring e-learning programs are compatible with various devices and platforms

• Testing and revising e-learning courses based on feedback and assessment results

• Maintaining and updating existing e-learning courses

• Staying updated with the latest e-learning technologies and strategies

Basic Qualifications and Experience:

• Master's degree OR

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of Training & Development experience OR

• Associate degree and 6 years of Training & Development experience OR

• Minimum of 8+ years as a eLearning Developer or Instructional Designer supporting a multinational organization

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• Experience with eLearning authoring tools and instructional technology (i.e. Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Creative Suite, Vyond, etc.)

• Excellent knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models

• Experience with learning management systems and e-learning platforms

• Familiar with different programming languages, such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Ability to write effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts/video scripts

• Ability to storyboard and visualize instructional graphics, the user interface and the finished product

• Experience developing Sharepoint sites

• Experience developing rapid design solutions

Professional Certifications (please mention if the certification is preferred or mandatory for the role):

• N/A

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong consulting skills

• Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams

• Ability to work independently

• High degree of initiative and self-motivation

• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully

• Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals

• Project management skills

• Strong service orientation and high standards of excellence and business enablement

• Written and verbal English proficiency

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.