Education Program Designer

MRA Recruiting Services; McHenry (IL); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits plan

401K with match

16-week Paid Parental Leave

Generous PTO package

Job summary

Medela LLC is looking for an Education Program Designer to develop innovative global healthcare education programs, focusing on lactation science and maternal health. You'll lead the design of engaging digital learning experiences, webinars, and curricula, working alongside experts in the field.

This hybrid role requires a bachelor’s in a related field and experience in healthcare education. The position offers a starting salary of $110K plus performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience designing scalable educational programs and instructional materials.
• Strong expertise with instructional design models and content authoring tools.
• Experience in healthcare education environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging global education programs in lactation science.
• Apply instructional design principles to create learner-centered content.
• Analyze learner engagement data to improve program effectiveness.

Skills

Instructional design methodologies

Learner engagement strategies

Creative thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's preferred

Tools

E-learning platforms

Webinar technologies

LMS systems

Job description

Education Program Designer

Lactation Science

Medela LLC

Hybrid Role; 3 days on-site in McHenry, IL | Salary starting at $110K

We are not accepting candidates from recruiting firms or agencies.

Healthcare Education & Learning Experience Design

Medela LLC is seeking a creative and strategic Education Program Designer to lead the design and development of innovative global healthcare education programs focused on lactation science, maternal health, and healthcare professional engagement.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of instructional design, digital learning, learner engagement, educational strategy, and lactation science. You will transform scientific and clinical content into engaging, modern learning experiences that drive audience growth, participation, and measurable impact across a global healthcare audience.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to elevate a world‑class global education platform and shape innovative healthcare learning experiences that influence healthcare professionals around the world. You’ll work alongside leading experts in maternal and infant health while driving the future of healthcare education and engagement.

What You’ll Do – Education Program Designer

• Design and develop engaging global education programs, digital, webinars, curricula, and digital learning experiences regarding lactation science.
• Apply instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles to create learner-centered content.
• Partner with internal experts and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to translate complex scientific content into impactful educational experiences.
• Lead the design strategy for webinar platforms, e-learning experiences, and digital engagement tools supporting large global audiences.
• Create interactive multimedia content, assessments, and educational materials using modern learning technologies.
• Analyze learner engagement data and feedback to continuously improve program effectiveness and user experience.
• Recommend innovative educational technologies, platforms, and creative approaches to increase healthcare professional engagement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams to align education initiatives with organizational goals.

Qualifications – Education Program Designer

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Experience designing scalable educational programs, digital learning experiences, and instructional materials.
• Strong expertise with instructional design models, e-learning platforms, webinar technologies, LMS systems, and content authoring tools.
• Strong creative thinking, project management, and communication skills.
• Experience working within healthcare, medical device, or healthcare professional education environments preferred.
• Experience supporting global audiences and collaborating across regions preferred.

What We Offer our Education Program Designer

• Salary starting at $110K plus performance‑based bonus
• Comprehensive benefits plan
• 401K with match
• Money Purchase Plan
• 16‑week Paid Parental Leave
• Generous PTO package, plus 14 paid holidays
• A great place to work!

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, protected veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity (transgender status), weight, height or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.

For this position we only consider direct applications - thank you for your understanding.