Sr. Learning & Development Specialist 5

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LAM RESEARCH Corporation is hiring a Senior Learning & Development Specialist in Tualatin, Oregon. You'll play a pivotal role in designing role-based training programs for critical lab processes across all global labs, with a focus on enhancing learning and organizational effectiveness.

Your responsibilities will include developing learning materials, collaborating with experts, managing program timelines, and analyzing learning data for continuous improvement. Candidates should possess a strong background in instructional design and project management.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of instructional design experience in technical or regulated environments.
• Ability to align learning programs with business objectives.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop learning materials and supporting resources.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to curate or co-create relevant content.
• Apply instructional design principles to ensure learning solutions are engaging.

Skills

Instructional design experience

Project management skills

Advanced expertise in adult learning theory

Cross-functional team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience

Master’s degree with 8+ years of experience

PhD with 5+ years of experience

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting‑edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The impact you’ll make

As a Senior Learning & Development Specialist within our Global Lab Operations group at Lam, you will play a pivotal role in developing standardized, role‑based training programs for critical lab processes across all global labs—from curriculum development through rollout and adoption measurement. You’ll be at the forefront of project initiation through delivery, using your expertise to determine the appropriate content, media and delivery for multi‑language users.

What you’ll do

• Design and develop learning materials and supporting resources.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to curate or co‑create relevant, business‑aligned content.
• Apply instructional design principles to ensure learning solutions are practical, scalable, and engaging.
• Manage program timelines, dependencies, and delivery risks to ensure smooth execution.
• Own assigned learning programs end‑to‑end, from needs analysis and design through roll‑out, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Analyze learning data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of instructional design experience in technical or regulated environments; or Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Organization Development, or Adult Learning with 8+ years of experience; or PhD with 5+ years of experience.
• Proven ability to align learning programs with business objectives.
• Advanced expertise in instructional design, adult learning theory, and blended learning strategies.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and influencing stakeholders.
• Experience supporting technical organizations (engineering, operations, IT).
• Strong project management skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in Semiconductor, Engineering or Biotech industry is a plus.
• Experience building global training programs across regions and cultures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Relevant Learning & Development certifications such as CPTD, SHRM-CP, or equivalent L&D credentials.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non‑discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company’s intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on‑site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On‑site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On‑site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1‑2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.