Clinical Training and Learning Design Specialist

Pharmaceutical Research Associates, Inc; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Clinical Training and Education Specialist to develop and implement educational programs, manage training projects, and support curriculum management. The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in life sciences, experience in pharmaceutical training, and strong project management skills. This role offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, including health insurance and retirement options.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlements

Health insurance options

Retirement planning options

Life assurance

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical training and education is preferred.
• Strong understanding of current technologies for business process improvements.
• Knowledge of organizational development principles.

Responsibilities

• Support Curriculum Management, Training, and Education.
• Assist in developing educational materials and programs.
• Manage external vendors for education program development.

Skills

Experience in pharmaceutical training and education

Project management

Knowledge of clinical research

Ability to manage complex projects

Proficiency with information management tools

Training design and development

Understanding of R&D business

Education

BA/BS degree in life sciences or relevant technical field

Job description

Overview

As a Clinical Training and Education Specialist, you will join the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organization, powered by healthcare intelligence.

Responsibilities

Support Curriculum Management, Training, and Education to facilitate implementation of scientific, technical, and compliance education programs and related materials for areas such as clinical, medical, safety, regulatory, and quality management systems.

What you will be doing:

• Support and collaborate with functional teams developing educational programs to ensure colleagues meet or exceed role expectations as technical contributors and project team members.
• Assist in developing and implementing various technical education materials and programs, including symposia, web-based adverts, case studies, journal clubs, simulations, games, newsletters, and other communication modes to meet business needs.
• Support the implementation of curricula within supported functional lines.
• Assist in integrating e-enabled educational programs, materials, and blended learning solutions, ensuring they can be launched and tracked within learning management systems.
• Help TEL develop training strategies for business process improvements relevant to the roles supported.
• Manage external vendors for the design, development, and implementation of education programs, as required.

Qualifications

You are:

• BA/BS degree in life sciences or relevant technical field.
• Experience in pharmaceutical training and education is preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical research and drug development in a pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience in training design, development, and project management.
• Proficiency with information management tools and techniques.
• Experience working with external training vendors.
• Knowledge of clinical research processes, drug development, and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of client context, culture, and R&D business.
• Ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional processes.
• Knowledge of organizational development principles and successful implementation strategies.
• Proven success in training, curriculum development, and implementation.
• Strong understanding of current technologies for business process improvements and their deployment.
• Expertise in developing e-enabled education programs.

What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on our people. We prioritize building a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. Besides a competitive salary, ICON offers various benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance, including:

• Annual leave entitlements
• Health insurance options
• Retirement planning options
• Global Employee Assistance Program (TELUS Health)
• Life assurance
• Optional benefits like childcare vouchers, bike schemes, gym discounts, travel passes, and health assessments

Visit our careers website for more: https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental. We are committed to an inclusive, accessible environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know at https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all requirements—your skills and experience might still be a perfect fit.