Training Specialist (Must be located in North Carolina)

Mercalis•,

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Training Specialist position is responsible for helping our new hires gain the skills and acumen needed to succeed in their new positions. They will facilitate refresher and skills training to ensure current employees excel in their current jobs. Using principles of adult learning, the Training Specialist will develop instructional materials and deliver training programs for the Mercalis team. The position will modify instructional materials in response to evaluations from learners and organizational changes. This is a role that will interact with individuals from multiple departments and will play a large part in helping build the Learning and Development function.

Requirements

College Degree in Communication or Education or a related field and/or equivalent experience in training
Experience designing training materials and delivering training in a corporate setting
Experience managing and facilitating meetings with key stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to quickly develop strong working relationships with others
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Proven ability to mentor others to ensure their success

Nice To Haves

Degree in related discipline: Instructional Design, Organizational Psychology, Adult Education, etc.
At least 2 years of experience working in the pharmaceutical industry and at least 1 year of training experience

Responsibilities

Design and develop training materials for new programs and/or maintenance of existing training materials (e.g., Instructor-Led training and/or eLearning materials, job aids, activities, and Desk Drops)
Lead new hire training sessions covering specified areas such as using computers and software/platforms, new hire classes, and refresher and/or upgrade training
Deliver compliance training for new hires prior to actively supporting any assigned program
Measure trainee progress to evaluate effectiveness of training and determine readiness for trainee to perform in their role
Document areas of concern for all trainees and review results with Program Leadership and Aston Carter, if applicable
Confers with Program Leadership to maintain awareness of changes in policies, procedures, regulations, and technologies
Update the Confluence Wiki to ensure it holds the most up-to-date information, is grammatically correct, and is user-friendly
Maintain and manage a positive learning environment in all training settings
On time adherence to training deadlines for all corporate policies and procedures governing access to confidential data
Ensure all SOPs are followed with consistency
Conducts miscellaneous tasks or projects as assigned

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans, including HSA- and FSA-eligible options, with Valeris contributing toward premium costs
Additional health support, including telehealth and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
Company match on Health Savings Account contributions
Free Basic Life and AD&D coverage equal to your annual earnings, with a minimum of $50,000 and a maximum of $300,000
Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage, with the option to purchase Long-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% match on the first 5% you contribute, with immediate vesting
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave to support work-life balance
Team members receive nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays
Opportunities for advancement in a company that supports personal and professional growth
A challenging, stimulating work environment that encourages new ideas
Work for a company that values diversity and makes deliberate efforts to create an inclusive workplace
A mission-driven, inclusive culture where your work makes a meaningful impact