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Instructional Design Manager

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
50 Northern Avenue (Show on map)
Mar 22, 2025

Job Description

General Summary:

Vertex University seeks an experienced Instructional Designer to join the Curriculum Team. The person in this position will join a team of passionate educators and play a critical role in developing best-in-class learning resources for complex subject matter. The willingness to embrace Vertex culture and values and the ability to incorporate our brand messaging in all deliverables is essential for success in this role. Candidates should be comfortable presenting to small and large groups and excited to exchange feedback to inform their practice.

This role provides the opportunity to be an integral contributor in the design, development, and implementation of curricula, as well as the opportunity to lead some of those projects as appropriate. his role will work closely with the team in the design of course content and ancillary resources and be responsible for executing same with keen attention to detail and the ability to deliver with quick turn-around when needed. A passion for research and organizing information will be a strong success factor. A portfolio of your recent work will need to be shared during the interview process. Candidates should be comfortable with ambiguity, shifting priorities, and multiple workstreams.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop interactive and engaging learning content for scientific and technical courses
  • Partner with internal team in support of education initiatives.
  • Maintain University standards of excellence when collaborating with Subject Matter Experts
  • Author course content and develop formative and summative assessments
  • Draft and/or edit scripts for voiceover artists and/or external partners
  • Create downloadable resources to support course content
  • Collaborate with the University team to ensure collateral is brand consistent
  • Ensure all courses and components are employee-centered, drive the intended learning outcomes, meet all company standards, and follow best-practices
  • Maintain curriculum assets in accordance with review cycle to ensure content remains up-to-date, innovative and cutting edge

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Expert knowledge of Articulate360, Lectora, or additional course authoring software
  • An ongoing commitment to innovative design and the iterative process of a living curriculum
  • A strong desire to create, push boundaries, and take risks to engage learners
  • Superior communication skills with a keen eye for editing and style
  • Experience working with content specialists and subject matter experts across a range of disciplines
  • Strong collaborative style, with an ability to partner with multiple stakeholders
  • Understanding of how to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
  • Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to excel in a dynamic and fast- paced environment
  • Ability to envision content that resonates with Vertex's unique culture
  • Highest level of ethics and commitment to Vertex's core values and beliefs

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Education, Communication or Curriculum Design
  • 5+ years of curriculum development and design experience that demonstrates deep knowledge of adult learning principles and an understanding of a professional audience

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Pay Range:

$113,200 - $169,700

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com

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