Associate Director, Commercial and G&A Training (Princeton, Hybrid) (Princeton)
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Princeton, New Jersey, United States, 08543
The Associate Director will serve as a key member of the Learning Center of Excellence within Global Quality, responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining high-impact training programs for Commercial and General & Administrative (G&A) functions. This role ensures that learning strategies align with regulatory requirements, corporate standards, and business objectives, fostering a culture of compliance, quality, and continuous improvement across global operations
Key Responsibilities:
Learning Strategy & Design
Develop and execute a comprehensive training strategy for Commercial and G&A teams in alignment with Global Quality standards and business priorities. Partner with functional leaders to identify learning needs, compliance gaps, and performance improvement opportunities.
Program Development & Delivery
Design engaging, scalable, and compliant learning solutions (e.g., instructor-led, virtual, e-learning) tailored to diverse audiences. Oversee the creation and maintenance of training content, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
Governance & Compliance
Ensure all training programs meet global regulatory requirements and internal quality standards. Monitor training effectiveness and maintain audit-ready documentation for inspections.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Commercial, HR, Legal, and IT, to drive adoption and continuous improvement of learning initiatives. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on training trends, compliance risks, and capability-building strategies.
Metrics & Continuous Improvement
Define KPIs and leverage data analytics to measure training impact and drive enhancements. Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to evolve learning programs
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in Life Sciences, Education, Organizational Development, or related field preferred. 8+ years of experience in learning and development, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry. Strong understanding of R&D functions and the regulatory landscape (GxP, ICH, FDA, EMA, etc.). Proven ability to design and deliver impactful learning programs using adult learning principles. Experience with learning technologies (e.g., LMS, virtual learning platforms) and data-driven training strategies. Proven experience designing and implementing global training programs for Commercial and G&A functions. Expertise in instructional design, adult learning principles, and digital learning technologies. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills. Preferred Attributes: Strategic thinker with a passion for scientific learning and development. Agile and adaptable in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Strong project management and organizational skills. Committed to fostering innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement through learning.
Develop and execute a comprehensive training strategy for Commercial and G&A teams in alignment with Global Quality standards and business priorities. Partner with functional leaders to identify learning needs, compliance gaps, and performance improvement opportunities.
Program Development & Delivery
Design engaging, scalable, and compliant learning solutions (e.g., instructor-led, virtual, e-learning) tailored to diverse audiences. Oversee the creation and maintenance of training content, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
Governance & Compliance
Ensure all training programs meet global regulatory requirements and internal quality standards. Monitor training effectiveness and maintain audit-ready documentation for inspections.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Commercial, HR, Legal, and IT, to drive adoption and continuous improvement of learning initiatives. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on training trends, compliance risks, and capability-building strategies.
Metrics & Continuous Improvement
Define KPIs and leverage data analytics to measure training impact and drive enhancements. Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to evolve learning programs
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in Life Sciences, Education, Organizational Development, or related field preferred. 8+ years of experience in learning and development, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry. Strong understanding of R&D functions and the regulatory landscape (GxP, ICH, FDA, EMA, etc.). Proven ability to design and deliver impactful learning programs using adult learning principles. Experience with learning technologies (e.g., LMS, virtual learning platforms) and data-driven training strategies. Proven experience designing and implementing global training programs for Commercial and G&A functions. Expertise in instructional design, adult learning principles, and digital learning technologies. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills. Preferred Attributes: Strategic thinker with a passion for scientific learning and development. Agile and adaptable in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Strong project management and organizational skills. Committed to fostering innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement through learning.