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Instructional Designer

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Mentor, Ohio 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $65K - $88K 💻 Instructional Design 🗓️ August 31st, 2026
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STERIS is hiring an Instructional Designer to develop engaging instructor-led and digital learning solutions for the Life Sciences team. The role involves designing end-to-end learning experiences by collaborating with subject matter experts and managing LMS administration to support sales teams in pharmaceutical manufacturing and research laboratories.

Highlights
  • Design and develop instructor-led, virtual, and eLearning training programs aligned to technical needs
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex content into learner-centered materials
  • Develop training guides, job aids, and digital learning assets
  • Utilize adult learning principles and instructional design best practices
  • Manage multiple projects and timelines effectively
  • Proficiency with instructional design tools and Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Word, and Teams
  • Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, HR, or related field with 3+ years of experience
  • Preferred experience with LMS and eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate or Captivate
  • Pay range from $65,000 to $88,000, eligible for bonuses
  • Supports sales teams serving pharmaceutical manufacturers and research laboratories

Instructional Designer Full Description

Instructional Designer

City State Country:Mentor, Ohio, United States
Remote:Hybrid
Category:Marketing/Communications
Full-Time

Description

Position Summary
As an Instructional Designer supporting our Life Sciences team, you will develop engaging instructor-led and digital learning solutions that translate complex technical content into impactful training programs. Working closely with subject matter experts and our Director of Training, you will design end-to-end learning experiences, including storyboarding, course development, learning objectives, and LMS administration, to support our Sales teams serving pharmaceutical manufacturers and research laboratories.
 
This is a hybrid role with the requirement of working onsite at our Mentor, OH Corporate HQ, 2 days per week. (Tuesday & Thursday) 

What You'll do as an Instructional Designer
  • Design and develop instructor-led, virtual, and eLearning training programs aligned to business and technical needs
  • Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather content and translate it into effective learning experiences
  • Apply adult learning principles and instructional design best practices to create engaging, learner-centered content
  • Develop training materials including facilitator guides, participant materials, job aids, and digital learning assets
  • Collaborate with the Training team to evaluate learning effectiveness and continuously improve programs
  • Ensure consistency and quality across all training deliverables, aligning with organizational standards
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and timelines in a fast-paced environment
  • Support the rollout and adoption of training initiatives across the Life Sciences organization

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed
Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Human Resources, or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience in instructional design, training development, or a similar role
  • Demonstrated experience designing both instructor-led and digital learning solutions
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working cross-functionally
  • Ability to translate complex technical content into clear, engaging training materials
  • Proficiency with instructional design tools and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Teams
 
Preferred:

  • Experience supporting training in a Life Sciences, healthcare, or technical services environment
  • Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and eLearning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate, Captivate)
  • Knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE)
  • Experience conducting training needs assessments and evaluating program effectiveness
  • Strong visual design skills and ability to create engaging digital learning content
  • Certification in instructional design, learning & development, or related discipline

What STERIS Offers
We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

  • Market Competitive Pay
  • Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays
  • Excellent Healthcare, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • Long/Short Term Disability Coverage
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Maternity & Parental Leave
  • Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs
  • Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career
 
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Pay range for this opportunity is $65,000 - $88,000. This position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed.  Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio.  Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

Open until position is filled.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit www.steris.com.

If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location’s HR Office during normal business hours.