Instructional Designer

Job Title: Instructional Designer
Location: Durham, NC 27703
Duration: 10+ months Contract (Possibility for Extension)
 
Position Summary:
The Medical Affairs Quality Education Design Specialist designs and delivers impactful training programs aligned with Client’s Non-Medical Device Quality Management System (QMS) for Medical Affairs. This hybrid role supports both in-office and remote work, requires 8:00-5:00 PM 3-4 days per week at a maximum of 24 hours per week, and includes up to 20% travel to support global business needs.
 
Key Responsibilities:
Instructional Design & Development:

• Create and implement educational programs for hybrid delivery (virtual and in-person).
• Develop e-learning modules and multimedia content using tools like Articulate Storyline or Captivate.
• Administer and maintain content in Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Needs Assessment & Evaluation:

• Conduct learning needs analyses and recommend targeted interventions.
• Measure program effectiveness and optimize based on feedback and analytics.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Partner with subject matter experts to define learning objectives and content.
• Support educators and facilitators with instructional technology and best practices.

Compliance & Accessibility:

• Ensure all materials meet ADA, EEO, and regulatory standards.
• Apply adult learning theory and inclusive teaching practices.

Performance Metrics:

• Design and maintain dashboards to track Medical Affairs performance within QMS.

 
Must-Have Qualifications:
Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Education, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years in instructional design or adult learning required.
• Minimum 2 years in the medical device or regulated industry (preferred).

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in ADDIE, SAM, Bloom’s taxonomy (preferred).
• Skilled in e-learning authoring tools, LMS platforms, and multimedia production required.

Project Management:

• Strong organizational and collaboration skills required.
• Familiarity with project management tools; PMP certification is a plus.

 
Work Environment:

• Hybrid role based in Durham, NC, with remote flexibility.
• Maximum 24 hours/week required.
• Up to 20% travel may be required.
• Occasional nights/weekends to support global business activities required.