Senior Learning and Development Specialist

Senior Learning And Development Specialist

IDX Coppell TX Site - Coppell, TX 75019

Overview

Level: Experienced Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Category: Human Resources

Description

About Us

Inform Diagnostics, a Fulgent Genetics Company, is a nationally recognized diagnostics laboratory focused on anatomic pathology subspecialties including gastrointestinal pathology, dermatopathology, urologic pathology, hematopathology, and breast pathology.

Founded in 2011, our parent entity, Fulgent Genetics, has evolved into a premier, full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform.

Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike.

Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company.

Summary of Position

The Senior Learning & Development Specialist will organize, conduct, and evaluate engaging and effective learning solutions for employees. The role will cover the delivery and facilitation of engaging live and e-learning training sessions. The Senior Learning & Development Specialist will select and develop materials and appropriate delivery methods (e.g., instructor-led, web demos, video conferences, workshops) for programs covering various topics, including but not limited to new employee orientation, job skills training, continuous education, leadership training, and performance appraisals. They will work closely with the Human Resources Director to ensure the successful design and delivery of training programs that meet organizational goals. The Senior Learning & Development Specialist is responsible for adapting training sessions to accommodate various learning styles and needs. They will track and evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives and update modules as necessary. The Senior Learning & Development Specialist is also responsible for scheduling training sessions, setting up systems and equipment, and coordinating training enrollment.

Key Job Elements

• Facilitate a learning environment by leveraging existing training resources that go beyond leadership development. Including development of original content and programs such as New Hire Orientation and hosting enterprise-wide training initiatives.
• Support the Human Resources team with the development and release of Corporate Communications as needed.
• Leverage strengths and best practices to deliver relevant, high-quality learning experiences.
• Conduct needs analyses, validate the need for training, and identify learning objectives by working with subject matter experts to obtain information and validate content.
• Ensure all training meets quality initiatives and measurements. Assure the overall quality of the curriculum for all course materials.
• Partner with the HR Director on the implementation and results measurement of the newly developed curriculum.
• Develop post-instruction evaluation tools and criteria, such as survey development and analysis.
• Other duties as needed to support the HR Director and Human Resources management teams.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Experience

• Bachelor's degree required or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Training & Development certification preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in instructional design, curriculum development, and training delivery, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Familiarity with learning management systems.
• Experience in the healthcare industry is desired.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully develop and deliver training programs utilizing skills in instructional design, program design & development, and training technologies.
• Must be able to work across levels in the organization to drive projects to completion.
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and ability to work autonomously.
• High energy, enthusiastic, and motivational training style.
• Must be well organized and have the ability to meet strict deadlines and perform under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong strategic and program/curriculum development skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to multitask and demonstrate excellent time management skills.
• Tactical and strategic thinker; functions as part of internal and external teams.
• Progressive background with successful project management experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, as well as SharePoint and learning management systems.
• Drive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement) - Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to the delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement within predetermined timeframes.
• Teamwork – Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.

Physical Requirements

• Must possess the ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Majority of work performed in a desk/cubicle environment.

Professionalism

• Participate as an effective team member in creating a positive work environment.
• Demonstrate positive corporate citizenship.
• Ensure professional and timely communications in accordance with established protocols.
• Recognize and adhere to established company and department policies and protocol, including, but not limited to:
  • Appropriate dress, behavior, electronic communications, and PTO policy;
  • Receptive to positive and constructive feedback.

Other

• Willingness to travel extensively as required:
  • Travel required: Occasionally.
  • Weekends/Evenings/Holidays: Occasionally during off-site training programs and national sales meetings.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Not Applicable (N/A) – Titles only

Reports To

• Director, Human Resources; dotted line to: Vice President of Human Resources

Environment

Fulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.