Director, Global Training and Development

Celerion is committed to swift, exceptional clinical research through translational medicine. Every day, we use our experience, agility, and innovative research strategies to help get drugs to market faster. Build Something from Scratch. Empower Global Teams. Drive Learning Innovation. Are you a builder, strategist, and hands-on leader who thrives on creating systems and programs that help global teams excel? If so, let's talk! Celerion is seeking a Director, Global Training and Development to design and lead our global training and onboarding function from the ground up. This role will collaborate with leadership and existing SME experts within our lines of service to evaluate and recommend training initiatives to align with best practices. Additionally, the role will focus on the development and expansion of programs to include new skill-based, compliance and professional development training across our global organization. You will be the sole architect—assessing, strategizing, and executing– while collaborating with all units of our organization. This is a high-visibility role with the opportunity to shape the future of talent development on a global scale. You'll transform how we develop talent across Celerion globally by: • Building a global learning strategy that aligns with business priorities and drives organizational performance • Modernizing our approach by converting traditional training into engaging, digital-first experiences (microlearning, video, mobile, blended learning) • Designing new programs that address emerging skills, leadership development, and professional growth needs • Leveraging learning technology to enhance accessibility, engagement, and data-driven insights • Measuring impact through KPIs and analytics that demonstrate ROI and drive continuous improvement • Partnering across the organization to identify skill gaps and deliver consistent, scalable training experiences globally • Create learning experiences, materials, and curricula in collaboration with external consultants to ensure solutions are effective, engaging, and aligned with the needs of various lines of service Who You Are: • A self-starter who is comfortable navigating ambiguity, loves building programs from scratch and can bring clarity and structure to existing frameworks • Experienced in skill-based, compliance and professional L&D with a background in life sciences, healthcare, or technical education • Skilled in curriculum design and adult learning principles • Comfortable both strategizing and executing—you can design training architecture in the morning and deliver a workshop that afternoon • A natural collaborator who influences across departments and levels • Passionate about empowering others to learn, grow, and innovate What You Bring: • Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field • 2–5 years developing eLearning and digital training content (healthcare, life sciences, or clinical research preferred) • Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills • Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design models, and accessibility standards • Excellent attention to detail with strong design and editing skills • GCP/GLP expertise highly advantageous • Ability to travel 10%+ domestically and internationally Ready to build the future of learning at Celerion? Apply today. Celerion Values: Integrity Trust Teamwork Respect Celerion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, qualified protected veteran status, or disability.