Learning & Development Lead, Content and Instructional Design US Oncology
RemoteAt Takeda Oncology, we aspire to cure cancer, with inspiration from patients and innovation from everywhere. We value employees with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. As a member of our team, you would bring your unique perspective to help us achieve our aspiration and help us demonstrate our commitment to patients on a daily basis.
We ensure a tight connection from research to development to commercialization to rapidly meet the needs of the cancer community, optimizing our ability to bring transformative medicines to patients. Our demonstrated leadership in the treatment of hematologic cancers and solid tumors, combined with cutting-edge science through multiple platforms, partnerships and therapeutic approaches, enable us to bring novel medicines to patients worldwide.
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Job Description
About this Role:
The Learning & Development (L&D) Lead, Content and Instructional Design is responsible for designing, developing, and continuously improving high-impact learning experiences for the US Oncology Sales organization.
This role leads end-to-end instructional design for onboarding, continuous development, and launch readiness—translating strategy, product/science, disease state, and selling skills requirements into scalable, measurable learning journeys across modalities (live, virtual, digital, and blended).
How you will contribute:
Learning Strategy & Curriculum Architecture
Partner with US Oncology Sales Leadership, Marketing, Medical, Market Access, Compliance/Legal/Regulatory (as applicable), and Training stakeholders to define role-based learning needs and annual curriculum roadmaps.
Build structured learning journeys for Field Sales roles (e.g., new hire onboarding, advanced selling, account planning, disease state mastery, launch readiness, competitive readiness).
Establish learningobjectives,proficiencystandards, and assessment strategy aligned to performance outcomes.
Instructional Design & Content Development
Lead analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) of learning solutions; apply adult learning principles and evidence-based instructional design.
Develop content across formats: facilitator guides, participant guides, eLearning/storyboards, job aids, microlearning, video, virtual ILT, quizzes, scenario-based learning, role plays, and simulations.
Convert complex scientific/clinical content into clear, compliant, field-ready training assets with strong narrative flow and practical application.
Ensure accessibility and usability standards are met (e.g., inclusive design, readability, mobile-friendly learning whereappropriate).
Facilitation Enablement & Field Readiness
Enable facilitators (internal trainers/SMEs) with train-the-trainer materials, facilitation guides, and session design for consistent delivery.
Design practice and coaching toolkits that reinforce skill transfer (e.g., call models, objection handling, messaging practice, field coaching guides).
Support national meetings, POAs, and launch events with learning design and content packages.
Measurement & Continuous Improvement
Define andmonitorlearning effectiveness using Kirkpatrick/Phillips-aligned measures (reaction, learning,behavior/application, business impact wherefeasible).
Implement knowledge/skills assessments and calibration rubrics (e.g., certification, message mastery, role-play scoring).
Use feedback loops, data, and field performance insights to iterate content, reduce time-to-proficiency, and improve training adoption.
Stakeholder & Project Leadership
Lead cross-functional content development timelines, governance, and review cycles to deliver on time and within scope.
Maintain and update project estimates and forecasting.
Manage content versioning, review documentation, and approval workflows consistent with internal policies.
Influence without authority
Lead on vendor selection and relationship management
Partner closely with business and functional leadership and HR, to continue to develop teams, drive new hire training and support the business.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
MinimumBS/BA degree with MS/MBA preferred
6+ years of pharmaceutical sales,and/or account managementexperience or relevant clinical experience
Specificexpertisewith 3+ years in oncology/hematology
Minimum of 2 years of pharmaceuticalfieldtraining experience, alternatively, experience in other relevant areas such as marketing, sales operations, or related fields.
Significant experiencewith CRM, sales and account management planning tools,territoryand data analytics
Demonstrated experience translating complex scientific/medical content into effective, learner-centeredtraining.
Strongexpertisein instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, backward design), adult learning theory, and blended learning approaches.
Proven project management capability across multiple stakeholders and tight timelines.
Exceptional writing/editing and visual communication skills; high attention to detail.
Proventrack recordof leading successful initiatives and teams as well as influencing without authority
Experience with project management, instructionaldesignand training content development.
Demonstrated effective leadership and people management skills.
Proven ability to hold others accountable to deadlines and responsibilities.
Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
Creative problem-solving skills.
Collaborative work style, capable of working effectively in a team environment across departments and organizations levels.
Ability todeveloplong-termtraining programswhileremainingfocused and deeply involved in executing the immediate next steps to get there
Exceptional problem-solving and leadership skills; master at presenting at all levels of the organization
Ability to set priorities, deliver on deadlines and develop workflow processes and tasks in an evolving, dynamic marketplace. Strong analytical skills and budget management.
Understands and connects the latest adult learning techniques and issues in large organizations to deliver tailored strategies and frameworks to a diverse set of stakeholders
Familiar with next generation digital solutions forcall planning, training,coachingand capability building
Skilled in Microsoftsuite(PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)
Desired
1-3 years of clinical experience(i.e. Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistance, Pharm. D.)is a plus
Experience with design, development and implementation of innovation and training strategies to deliver results
Strong time management skills, providing strategic coaching and supervision
This role supports the current and expanding portfolio of medicines in the US Oncology Business.
More about us:
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
Massachusetts - VirtualU.S. Base Salary Range:
$153,600.00 - $241,340.00
The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
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