Instructional Designer

$135,200 - $251,000/Yr

Genentech - South San Francisco, CA

Full-time

South San Francisco, CA

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Instructional Designer at Genentech will be responsible for designing and developing effective learning experiences that enhance knowledge acquisition and skills development within the Commercial and Medical Group (CMG). This role involves utilizing instructional design theories and multimedia tools to create engaging course content and activities, while collaborating with subject matter experts to identify training needs and develop scalable learning products. The position aims to transform CMG into a continuous learning culture by pioneering advances in skills management and digital learning.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop effective learning experiences utilizing instructional design theories, practices, and methods.
• Create compelling learning activities and course content in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Conduct instructional research and develop assessment instruments for effective course development.
• Analyze target audience and develop learning objectives to address business needs.
• Identify the best instructional methods based on learning objectives and audience constraints.
• Design and develop scalable learning products that engage learners and enhance retention.
• Create written and performance-based assessments to measure knowledge gain and transfer of learning.
• Use technologies to develop and deliver scalable learning content, including authoring tools and learning management systems.
• Partner with multimedia designers to prototype and develop graphics, video, audio, and simulations.

Requirements

• BS Degree with 6-8 years of experience in instructional design and/or educational technology, or 4-6 years with a Masters or Doctorate degree.
• Working knowledge of at least one learning theory and related instructional design methods.
• Proficiency in Articulate Storyline, HTML, and JavaScript programming.
• Solid knowledge of course development software and at least one Learning Management System.
• Visual design skills using tools like Dreamweaver, Photoshop, or Illustrator.

Nice-to-haves

• Medical or scientific experience in instructional design for training.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and Company performance.