Learning & Development Designer/Developer at Merck · Prague

Learning & Development Designer/Developer Location: CZE - Central Bohemian - Prague (Five) Job Description Position Overview The Learning & Development Designer/Developer is responsible for the end-to-end design and development of learning products and solutions within Global Learning & Development’s Regional Capability Center. Reporting to the Production Team Leader, this role combines instructional design and hands-on development responsibilities, enabling flexible, high quality, and efficient learning production at scale. The Designer/Developer partners with project managers, localization leads, subject matter experts, and GLD stakeholders to deliver learner-centric, outcomes focused learning experiences aligned to GLD standards. The Learning & Development Designer/Developer is responsible for: Learning Design & Solution Development Design and develop learning solutions across modalities (e.g., digital learning, virtual, blended, performance support) based on defined learning objectives, success criteria, and GLD standards. Translate business requirements, learning blueprints, and high-level designs into detailed instructional designs and completed learning assets. Apply adult learning principles, learning science, and GLD’s learning model to create effective, engaging, and inclusive learning experiences. Hands‑On Content Development Build learning assets using approved authoring tools, templates, and platforms, ensuring consistency, reusability, and accessibility. Develop assessments, knowledge checks, and measurement approaches aligned to learning objectives. Incorporate feedback from reviews and quality checks to continuously improve deliverables. Collaboration & Delivery Execution Partner closely with Project Managers to support accurate scoping, timelines, and delivery commitments. Collaborate with SMEs, localization leads, and reviewers to ensure content accuracy, clarity, and readiness for localization or deployment. Support iterative development approaches, including Agile or rapid development models, to meet delivery timelines. Quality, Standards & Continuous Improvement Ensure all learning products meet GLD quality standards, brand guidelines, accessibility requirements, and compliance expectations. Leverage standardized processes, tools, and templates to drive efficiency and consistency. Identify opportunities to improve development efficiency, reuse content, and reduce cycle time. Ideally you should have: Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Technology, Business, or a related field. 6+ years of experience in learning design and/or learning development, with demonstrated ability to perform both disciplines. Strong understanding of instructional design methodologies, adult learning principles, and learning experience design. Proven experience developing learning content using industry‑standard authoring tools and learning platforms. Ability to work effectively in high volume, production oriented environments with shifting priorities. Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in cross functional and global teams. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement. Experience supporting localization, accessibility, and global deployment preferred. What we offer Exciting work in a great team, global projects, international environment Opportunity to learn and grow professionally within the company globally Hybrid working model, flexible role pattern Competitive salary & incentive pay Pension and health insurance contributions Internal reward system and referral scheme 5 weeks annual leave, 5 sick days, 15 days of certified sick leave paid above statutory requirements annually, 40 paid hours annually for volunteering activities, 12 weeks of parental contribution Cafeteria for tax free benefits according to your choice (meal vouchers, sport, culture, health, travel, etc.), Multisport Card Vodafone, Raiffeisen Bank, Foodora, and discount programmes Up-to-date laptop and iPhone Parking in the garage, showers, refreshments, massage chairs, library, music corner Required Skills: Adult Learning Principles, Adult Learning Principles, Adult Learning Theory, Agile Application Development, Agile Methodology, Blended Learning Solutions, Change Management, Collaborative Communications, Digital Learning, e-Learning Standards, Facilitate Training Sessions, Global Deployments, Global Issues, GMP Inspection, Instructional Design, Learning Design, Online Video Creation, Performance Support, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Process Standardization, Standards Compliance, Technical Writing, Training Delivery, Training Evaluations, Training Needs Assessment {+ 1 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company.  No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 06/1/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.