Learning Strategist and Program Lead

Association of American Medical Colleges • Washington DC, DC

4d • Remote

About The Position

Leads the design, creation, and delivery of innovative, engaging, actionable learning strategies, experiences, tools, and resources for the Mission-Aligned Selection and Retention (MASR) unit. Serves as the technical leader in creating engagement and effective learning experiences with creative and technical expertise and a deep understanding of adult learning principles and knowledge management. Leads the strategic advancement and content development and curation for the Holistic Student Support body of work with guidance from the Director, Mission-Aligned Selection and Retention.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in education, communications, or a related field
• 8 - 10 years of related work experience
• 1 - 3 years of experience managing a specialized program
• Experience applying adult learning theory and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM, backward design)
• Designing both instructor-led and self-paced content (virtual and in-person)
• Applied use of tools like Articulate Rise/Storyline, Canva, Zoom, Google Workspace, or similar
• Collaboration with subject matter experts and center learner voice and equity in design

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in instructional design, education, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in leveraging multimedia technologies—such as video production, interactive tools, and virtual platforms—to design and develop engaging, accessible, and effective learning offerings
• Experience in project-based or cross-functional team settings
• Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and inclusive design practices
• Background in nonprofit learning environments
• Evaluating learning outcomes or facilitating learning events
• Certificate in instructional design or learning experience design (LXD)

Responsibilities

• Leads the strategic advancement for the Holistic Student Support body of work
• Leads and manages the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of mission-aligned selection and retention learning and engagement efforts
• Builds internal and external partnerships to scale learning and optimize engagement and impact
• Provides high-level technical guidance to ensure the appropriate translation and application of MASR frameworks to related contexts
• Implements systems and processes to evaluate learning effectiveness
• Co-leads, with the Senior Specialist, the design, development, and implementation of engagement strategies for the Advancing Mission-Aligned Principles Advisory Committee (AMAPAC) and associated working groups, including onboarding and sustained involvement of members
• Advises on and supports emerging initiatives and other relevant learning design, knowledge management, and organizational effectiveness efforts
• Leads knowledge management for the Mission-Aligned Selection and Retention unit and THCW portfolio
• Supports organizational development efforts for the THCW portfolio

Benefits

• Remote Work – Fully remote work available for most positions
• Retirement Savings – Generous 403(b) employer contributions and financial wellness resources, including professional financial advising.
• Health & Wellness Perks – Fitness and bicycle subsidies, on-site and virtual wellness programs (live yoga, meditation, mental health webinars, flu shot clinics, and more)
• Support & Family Care – Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and back-up care options for children, adults, elders, and even pets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees