PSL&D Instructional Designer

Pfizer; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking an PSL&D Instructional Designer to design, develop, and implement innovative learning solutions that build knowledge, skills, and capabilities across the organization. The role is hands-on, collaborating with SMEs, business partners, and learners to create engaging, learner-centric experiences across multiple formats.

Ideal candidates combine strong instructional design with a passion for emerging technologies, modern learning practices, and creative problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5+ years of instructional design experience.
• Experience designing eLearning, ILT, VILT, and OJT.
• Proficient with eLearning authoring tools and learning analytics.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end learning experiences using adult learning principles.
• Create web-based training, eLearning modules, ILT, and job aids.
• Translate complex content into engaging learning experiences to support business outcomes.
• Apply user-centered design to improve learner engagement and retention.
• Develop digital learning assets using modern authoring tools and AI-enabled content.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning principles

Learning analytics

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design

Bachelor's degree in Learning & Development

Bachelor's degree in Education

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Rise

Captivate

Adapt

Vyond

Camtasia

Job description

The PSL&D Instructional Designer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing innovative learning solutions that enable colleagues to build knowledge, skills, and capabilities required for success. This role is highly hands-on and execution-focused, partnering with subject matter experts, business partners, and learners to create engaging, learner-centric experiences across multiple delivery formats. The ideal candidate combines strong instructional design expertise with a passion for emerging technologies, modern learning practices, and creative problem-solving. They are comfortable moving from strategy discussions into development work and thrive in an environment where they can build, test, iterate, and continuously improve learning solutions. This is not a traditional instructional designer role. We are looking for someone who is excited by the future of learning and willing to challenge conventional approaches. The ideal candidate leverages AI, immersive technologies, interactive storytelling, simulations, gamification, and modern digital experiences to create learning that drives capability, behavior change, and business results. They don't just build courses, they design experiences that help people perform at their best.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and Develop Learning Solutions Design and develop end-to-end learning experiences using adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies. Create web-based training, eLearning modules, instructor-led training, classroom materials, structured on-the-job training programs, job aids, performance support tools, videos, and learning assessments. Translate complex content into engaging, easy-to-understand learning experiences. Develop measurable learning objectives and evaluation strategies that support business outcomes. Apply user-centered design principles to improve learner engagement and retention. Create Modern and Innovative Learning Experiences Leverage emerging technologies including AI-enabled content development, adaptive learning, immersive learning, simulation-based learning, VR/AR, and gamification. Explore and pilot innovative approaches that improve learning effectiveness and create memorable learner experiences. Utilize learning analytics and learner feedback to continuously improve content and learning outcomes. Stay current on industry trends and introduce new methods, tools, and technologies that enhance capability development. Partner with Subject Matter Experts Consult with SMEs to confirm learning needs, and desired business outcomes. Facilitate content review with SMEs Challenge assumptions and recommend the most effective learning solution, whether training, performance support, coaching, or workflow guidance. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and deadlines. Develop Digital Learning Assets Build interactive eLearning using modern authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, Captivate, Adapt, Vyond, Camtasia, or similar platforms. Create multimedia learning assets including videos, animations, simulations, infographics, and digital job aids. Utilize generative AI tools to accelerate content development, design visuals, generate assessments, create simulations, and improve learning personalization. Measure Learning Impact Design meaningful assessments and knowledge checks. Analyze learning data and learner feedback to evaluate effectiveness. Recommend enhancements based on performance data and learner experience insights. Support continuous improvement efforts across the learning portfolio.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Education, Organizational Development, Human Performance Technology, Communications, or related field. 3-5+ years of instructional design experience in a corporate, healthcare, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or regulated environment. Demonstrated experience designing and developing: eLearning/Web-Based Training (WBT) Instructor-Led Training (ILT) Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) On-the-Job Training (OJT) Learning assessments and performance support tools Proficient with eLearning authoring and multimedia development tools. Experience using instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles. Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Portfolio demonstrating learning solutions developed and learner engagement outcomes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with AI-enabled learning design tools. Experience with UX design. Experience developing gamified learning experiences. Experience creating simulations, scenario-based learning, and immersive content. Knowledge of VR/AR learning technologies. Experience supporting leadership, technical, scientific, operational, or compliance-related learning programs.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Less than 10% travel

Work Location

Work Location Assignment: Hybrid #LI-PFE

Salary and Compensation

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $99,200.00 to $165,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States. This role is posted in multiple locations. If you are applying for the role in an secondary job posting location where pay transparency regulations apply, your Talent Advisor will share the local pay information with you during the first interview. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States. Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [e-mail]. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned. To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.

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