Learning Strategist and Program Lead

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.

Leads the strategic advancement for the Holistic Student Support body of work:

• Develops the strategic direction and implementation, with guidance from the Director, Advancing Mission-Aligned Practices and Disability Inclusion (AMAPDI), of the Holistic Student Support (HSS) body of work
• Leads the HSS constituent working group with guidance from the Director, AMAPDI
• Leads content development, curation, and continuous improvement in collaboration with a constituent working group, additional constituent reviewers, and internal staff
• Defines and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of Holistic Student Support initiatives
• Builds, identifies, and curates the resource library in the HSS virtual community
• Serves as the conduit for networking and connections in the HSS virtual community and across other virtual communities

Leads and manages the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of mission-aligned selection and retention learning and engagement efforts

• Leads the end-to-end development of formal and informal learning experiences and engagement strategies that advance mission-aligned selection and retention practices, ensuring they are meaningful, measurable, and drive individual and institutional performance improvement.
• Designs and oversees the production of instructional materials-including facilitator guides, participant tools, and multimedia components (e.g., videos, interactive activities)-for in-person and virtual formats, applying adult learning principles and evidence-informed design frameworks (e.g., ADDIE, SAM, etc.).
• Collaborates with stakeholders and subject matter experts to conduct needs assessments, define learning objectives, and ensure alignment of learning content with strategic goals, performance priorities, and evolving practices in learning design.
• Manages multiple learning design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution, consistency in quality and branding, and alignment across the MASR unit.
• Oversees the tailoring and adaptation of content and delivery strategies to ensure relevance and accessibility for a diverse range of audiences. 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, including faculty recruitment and promotion, as well as broader health professions education and workforce efforts.
• Implements systems and processes to evaluate learning effectiveness. Uses feedback, assessment data, and performance metrics to identify gaps, refine content, and recommend new approaches to enhance learning outcomes.
• Maintains a current catalogue of offerings and an organized library of supporting materials to support delivery, tracking, and continuous content updates.
• 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:

• Provides:
• 1. expertise and coaching support to Transforming the Health Care Workforce (THCW) portfolio and Academic Affairs staff for practical guidance on learning strategies;
• 2. feedback on goals and objectives in the context of learner needs, characteristics and desired outcomes;
• 3. effective utilization of various media to provide more meaningful, memorable, and motivating experiences for colleagues, constituents and other health professional schools and organizations. Serves on Academic Affairs and AAMC committees/taskforces as appropriate.

Leads knowledge management for the Mission-Aligned Selection and Retention unit and THCW portfolio:

• Devises strategies to effectively capture, manage, and search learning resources Identifies and curates learning-related content and ensures increased visibility, organization and access to online collections.
• Supports the development and/or expansion of communities of practice (CoPs) for knowledge sharing.
• Designs and facilitates effective knowledge-sharing and learning activities, in conjunction with CoP leaders, such as webinars, after-action reviews, and events.
• Contributes to the identification, professionalization, and systemization of promising work so that it can be replicated by other medical education professionals.
• Encourages and facilitates internal knowledge exchange (e.g., sharing insights from conferences and external events) to strengthen portfolio learning.

Supports organizational development efforts for the THCW portfolio:

• Reviews and updates onboarding materials for new hires in the portfolio.
• Develops tools and templates rooted in futures thinking to help the portfolio anticipate trends and prepare for strategic pivots.
• Collaborates with portfolio leadership to plan and implement portfolio retreats and professional development.
• Assists with mentoring and coaching for portfolio interns

Required Experience:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree, preferably in education, communications, or a related field
• Preferred Education: Master's degree in instructional design, education, 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.

Preferred Experience:

• 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.

Certifications: Certificate in instructional design or learning experience design (LXD)

** Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter with their application **

Remote Work Eligibility

Compensation Grade Range

Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors may include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, as well as internal equity, market, and business considerations.

If a bachelor's degree is required, related work experience may be substituted in some positions. One year of college course work at an accredited institution is equivalent to one year of related work experience.

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The AAMC is committed to the policy of an equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all other personnel practices. The AAMC will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, past or current military service, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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