Senior Instructional Designer

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic, innovative, and hands-on Senior Instructional Designer to lead the design and development of impactful learning experiences across our dermatology portfolio. This individual will play a key role in translating business needs into scalable learning solutions that drive performance and accelerate readiness across our Commercial teams. The ideal candidate combines deep instructional design expertise with a passion for healthcare, learner engagement, and results-oriented training strategies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and implementation of learning solutions that build sales capabilities and support key business priorities, including new product launches and onboarding.

• Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Medical Affairs, Legal, Compliance, and HR to assess learning needs, define objectives, and ensure alignment to business goals.

• Design and deliver a range of modern learning modalities (eLearning, virtual and in-person workshops, microlearning, simulations, and performance support tools) grounded in adult learning theory and instructional systems design (ADDIE/6Ds).

• Conduct needs analysis to identify sales skill and knowledge gaps; translate findings into targeted learning strategies and curriculum recommendations.

• Evaluate program effectiveness through assessments, field performance metrics, and learner feedback; report insights and drive continuous improvement.

• Provide instructional design leadership, coaching, and best practices to internal trainers and stakeholders; contribute to the evolution of Galderma’s learning standards and methodologies.

• Manage vendor partners and external resources to ensure high-quality, on-time, and cost-effective learning deliverables.

• Research and apply emerging trends, technologies, and evidence-based learning approaches to enhance engagement and impact.

• Ensure all training content, materials, and activities comply with Galderma’s Code of Conduct, operational standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Perform other duties as required to meet evolving business and just-in-time learning needs.

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree and (3) years instructional design experience or in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree, High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 7 years of instructional design experience

• Understands instructional design and adult learning principles

• Minimum three (3) years instructional design experience

• Understands instructional design and adult learning principles

• Sales training and management development

• Analytical skills, writing skills, creativity and problem-solving skills

• Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.

• Instructional Design Certification is desirable but not necessary

• Strong interpersonal, communication, influencing and negotiation skills.

Competencies & Abilities

• Highly independent and innovative conceptual thinker with a strong bias for quality and action, a keen sense of urgency and timely planning and the ability to drive results in a matrix organization.

• High level of business and financial acumen.

• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced and time-sensitive environment

• Solid comprehension of adult learning and development principles and methods, as well as social persuasion techniques

• Demonstrated ability to operate cross-functionally and build relationships with internal and external customers

About the Compensation:

The base salary range for this role is determined based on several factors. These include but are not limited to job accountabilities; skill sets; experience and training; certifications; work location; competitive market rates and other business needs. At Galderma, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on a unique combination of factors for each role. A reasonable estimate of the hiring range for this role is $135,000-$170,000.  

In addition to base salary, we provide an opportunity to participate in an annual short-term incentive program that is based on corporate performance with a multiplier focused on individual performance. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program including health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, a generous paid time off policy, hybrid work schedules and more.

What We Offer in Return
You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will also have access to a range of company benefits, including a competitive wage with shift differential, annual bonus opportunities and career advancement and cross-training.
Next Steps

• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.

• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager

• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team

Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.
Employer's Rights
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.