Education Program Manager-Lactation Science

Medela; McHenry (IL); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Money Purchase Plan

401K with match

Great place to work

Job summary

Medela is seeking an Education Program Manager (Lactation Science) to lead global education initiatives focused on lactation science, maternal health, and healthcare professional engagement. The role blends instructional design, digital learning, and strategic education with cross-functional teamwork across Marketing, Medical Affairs and Commercial units.

The ideal candidate designs scalable programs, partners with KOLs, and translates complex clinical content into engaging experiences for a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Experience designing scalable educational programs and digital learning.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design models and LMS platforms.
• Experience in healthcare professional education environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop global education programs, digital learning, webinars, curricula and digital experiences.
• Apply instructional design methodologies for learner-centered content.
• Collaborate with internal experts and KOLs to translate science into education.
• Lead design strategy for webinar platforms, e-learning, and digital engagement tools.
• Create interactive multimedia content, assessments and materials using modern learning tech.
• Analyze learner engagement data to improve program effectiveness and UX.
• Recommend innovative educational technologies and approaches to boost engagement.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams to align initiatives.

Skills

Creative thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

LMS systems

Content authoring tools

Webinar technologies

E-learning platforms

Job description

Hybrid Role: 3 days a week on-site in McHenry, IL, 2 days home office

Salary starting at $110K

Healthcare Education & Learning Experience (Lactation Science)

We are seeking a creative and strategic Education Program Manager 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 lactation science 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 Manager (Lactation Science)

• 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 Manager (Lactation Science)

• 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 Manager (Lactation Science)

• Salary starting at $110K plus performance-based bonus
• 401K with match
• Money Purchase Plan
• A great place to work!

At Medela, you will be joining a global community of colleagues, united by the purpose that drives our business: helping people. Medela exists to advance human health and well-being through knowledge-based and innovative human milk and medical vacuum solutions.

Our employees are empowered to serve this purpose in a family-owned company that is growing rapidly around the world. We value intensive exchanges, diverse perspectives, and unbureaucratic decisions. You will have the opportunity to develop at an international level and witness the direct impact your work has on our company’s success.

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.