PSL&D Instructional Designer
Pfizer
- Location
- United States Connecticut Groton
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- H-1B history
- 9 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
Skills
About this role
The PSL&D Instructional Designer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing innovative learning solutions that enable colleagues to build knowledge, skills, and capabilities required for success. This role is highly hands-on and execution-focused, partnering with subject matter experts, business partners, and learners to create engaging, learner-centric experiences across multiple delivery formats. The ideal candidate combines strong instructional design expertise with a passion for emerging technologies, modern learning practices, and creative problem-solving. They are comfortable moving from strategy discussions into development work and thrive in an environment where they can build, test, iterate, and continuously improve learning solutions. This is not a traditional instructional designer role. We are looking for someone who is excited by the future of learning and willing to challenge conventional approaches. The ideal candidate leverages AI, immersive technologies, interactive storytelling, simulations, gamification, and modern digital experiences to create learning that drives capability, behavior change, and business results. They don't just build courses, they design experiences that help people perform at their best.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and Develop Learning Solutions Design and develop end-to-end learning experiences using adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies. Create web-based training, eLearning modules, instructor-led training, classroom materials, structured on-the-job training programs, job aids, performance support tools, videos, and learning assessments. Translate complex content into engaging, easy-to-understand learning experiences. Develop measurable learning objectives and evaluation strategies that support business outcomes. Apply user-centered design principles to improve learner engagement and retention. Create Modern and Innovative Learning Experiences Leverage emerging technologies including AI-enabled content development, adaptive learning, immersive learning, simulation-based learning, VR/AR, and gamification. Explore and pilot innovative approaches that improve learning effectiveness and create memorable learner experiences. Utilize learning analytics and learner feedback to continuously improve content and learning outcomes. Stay current on industry trends and introduce new methods, tools, and technologies that enhance capability development. Partner with Subject Matter Experts Consult with SMEs to confirm learning needs, and desired business outcomes. Facilitate content review with SMEs Challenge assumptions and recommend the most effective learning solution, whether training, performance support, coaching, or workflow guidance. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and deadlines. Develop Digital Learning Assets Build interactive eLearning using modern authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, Captivate, Adapt, Vyond, Camtasia, or similar platforms. Create multimedia learning assets including videos, animations, simulations, infographics, and digital job aids. Utilize generative AI tools to accelerate content development, design visuals, generate assessments, create simulations, and improve learning personalization. Measure Learning Impact Design meaningful assessments and knowledge checks. Analyze learning data and learner feedback to evaluate effectiveness. Recommend enhancements based on performance data and learner experience insights. Support continuous improvement efforts across the learning portfolio.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Education, Organizational Development, Human Performance Technology, Communications, or related field. 3-5+ years of instructional design experience in a corporate, healthcare, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or regulated environment. Demonstrated experience designing and developing: eLearning/Web-Based Training (WBT)