Job Description
Job Description
Job title: R&D Learning Manager
Location: Summit NJ 07901
Duration: 02/02/2026 to 12/31/2026
Hybrid: 3 days in office and 2 days remote
Description:
We are seeking a highly organized and strategic R&D Learning Manager to support the Research & Development Learning and Development function. This role is critical to building, scaling, and optimizing learning programs that strengthen critical R&D capabilities across global teams. The ideal candidate has expertise in learning and development, strong understanding of scientific and technical environments, and a passion for enabling teams to learn and grow.
The R&D Learning Manager will lead initiatives such as standing up the R&D Learning Council, creating and maintaining the R&D L&D website, and designing learning experiences for critical R&D capabilities including technical rigor, design of experiments, and systems/process training.
This role will also coordinate learning agendas, manage key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensure a seamless learning experience for all R&D team members.
Strong understanding of digital learning platforms and e-learning content development.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to drive capability building through operational excellence.
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to manage complexity across global teams.
Must Haves:
Life sciences, pharma, biotech, consumer health
8+ years of experience in learning and development, preferably in scientific or technical environment
5 years - Excel proficiency
Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or a related field