Technical Trainer & Instructional Designer - Pathology Lab

Aquent; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is partnering with a leading medical diagnostics organization to shape the learning landscape for product development and scientific teams. The role focuses on designing engaging training that translates complex pathology lab concepts into practical skills for laboratory professionals.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of instructional design experience, proficiency with Articulate 360 or Camtasia, and strong LMS capabilities to track training effectiveness and onboarding success.

Qualifications

• Designs and delivers technical training for adult learners.
• Transforms complex lab knowledge into structured instructional content.
• Authoring engaging curriculum using industry tools (Articulate 360/Camtasia).
• Proficient with LMS to track competency and onboarding.
• Strong collaboration with SMEs and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, author, and update technical training modules and e-learning.
• Translate complex scientific concepts into accessible learning paths.
• Develop interactive digital modules with multimedia content.
• Ensure training materials comply with quality standards and platform updates.
• Lead onboarding programs and deliver classroom, lab, and virtual training.

Skills

Instructional design

E-learning

Adult learning

LMS

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering/related

Master’s degree in Science/Engineering/related

Tools

Articulate 360

Camtasia

Job description

Aquent is partnering with a leading company at the forefront of medical diagnostics, dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative solutions. This organization plays a critical role in developing cutting‑edge diagnostic tools and assays that empower medical professionals and ultimately improve patient outcomes. Join a team where your expertise directly contributes to scientific excellence and impactful product development.

We are seeking a dynamic individual to shape the learning landscape for our product development and scientific teams. In this pivotal role, you will ignite scientific understanding and accelerate the capabilities of our laboratory professionals. You'll be the architect of engaging learning experiences, translating intricate scientific and pathology lab concepts into accessible, impactful training. Imagine the satisfaction of empowering colleagues with the knowledge and skills to drive innovation and precision in diagnostic technologies.

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Be authorized to work in the United States
• Not require sponsorship of any kind for the duration of the assignment
• Be able to work on a W-2 basis. C2C or 1099 is not permitted for this position

What You'll Do:

• Design, author, and continuously update technical training modules, e-learning courses, and practical lab exercises, leveraging established instructional design methodologies.
• Transform complex scientific, pathology lab, and tissue-based assay knowledge, including detailed protocols for diagnostic instrumentation, into clear and structured learning pathways.
• Develop immersive, scenario-based digital modules, interactive walkthroughs, and rich multimedia content using industry-standard authoring platforms.
• Ensure all courseware, lab guides, and training documentation remain current and compliant with quality standards and platform updates.
• Facilitate structured technical onboarding programs, significantly accelerating new team members’ proficiency and integration.
• Lead engaging classroom instruction, provide hands-on coaching in laboratory settings, and conduct interactive virtual webinars.
• Implement modern adult learning strategies, moving beyond traditional lectures to create dynamic, scenario-driven, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Conduct thorough training needs analyses and skills-gap assessments in collaboration with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Manage learning management system assets and maintain robust tracking systems for monitoring training completion, competency assessments, and organizational adherence.
• Collaborate closely with internal technical training teams, process owners, and cross-functional leadership to ensure seamless curriculum and training execution.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience, OR a Master's Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
• Proven direct experience in designing and delivering technical training specifically tailored for adult learners.
• Direct familiarity with tissue-based assay products or practical experience operating advanced staining instrument platforms (such as Ventana BenchMark or equivalent diagnostic instrumentation).
• A demonstrated ability to effectively engage with technical and scientific subject matter experts to extract, synthesize, and transform complex laboratory workflows into clear, actionable instructional content.
• Practical experience in authoring engaging technical curriculum using tools like Articulate 360 (Storyline/Rise), Camtasia, or comparable e-learning software.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and modern Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Exceptional capability to articulate complex technical and non-technical information across various formats, including in-person classroom settings, lab coaching, and virtual environments.
• Strong project management skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and a knack for cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

What Sets You Apart:

• An instructional design certification.
• Additional education or industry experience within the life sciences sector.