Learning and Development Specialist

Job Title: Learning and Development Specialist

GCL: D

Introduction to role:

Be part of history in the making. AstraZeneca is building its first biologics manufacturing campus in Singapore — a groundbreaking USD 1.5 billion investment that will serve as a global hub for innovation and excellence.

This state-of-the-art facility will deliver end-to-end Antibody-Drug Conjugate (ADC) capabilities under one roof:

• Small molecule chemical API production
• Large molecule antibody manufacturing
• Conjugation
• Fill-and-finish operations, including sterile filling and lyophilization

The site will be equipped with brand new digital and automation infrastructure, enabling autonomous manufacturing powered by artificial intelligence. In addition, it will be designed for carbon neutrality, embedding sustainability into every aspect of operations and setting a new benchmark for environmentally responsible biologics manufacturing.

We are looking for passionate individuals with proven experience who thrive in dynamic environments and bring a “make-it-happen” attitude. Joining us means contributing to a project that will not only transform AstraZeneca’s global supply chain but also advance life-changing medicines for patients everywhere.

If you’re ready to shape the future of biologics and be part of a once-in-a-generation project, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities:

• Establish a rigorous training framework with functional leaders to drive 100% completion of mandatory training within 30 days of assignment and target closing ≥90% of CAPAs by due date through Q4 2026, ensuring a robust license to operate.
• Maintain and evolve the site learning cycle with HRD, SHE, Quality and functional leads; identify learning needs, set goals and implement sustainable approaches; lead development and rollout of technical, compliance and capability programs; personally facilitate learning as needed.
• Role-model what we value; complete all AZ Code of Ethics and associated training on time; proactively surface potential non-compliance; work to SHE standards and contribute to continuous improvement in SHE processes, culture and performance.
• Assess site training programs (GMP, technical, skills) to determine needs; oversee annual site-level GMP-oriented training materials; collaborate with site and corporate SMEs to build and refine curricula; define performance standards and qualification assessments to improve impact.
• Serve as Cornerstone LMS Subject Matter Expert, ensuring day-to-day operation, maintenance, usage, analysis and administration; advise managers and process owners so job roles, learning plans and certifications are efficient and auditable in the eLMS; leverage analytics to optimize outcomes.
• Participate in internal audits, inspection readiness, change control and deviation investigations linked to training, ensuring training actions are effective and sustained.
• Support the tactical implementation of corporate training initiatives; lead site training process improvements and contribute to selected cross-enterprise training enhancements; act as process owner (BPO/LPC) for designated processes with HRD.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• 5+ years in L&D within regulated industries (biopharma, med-tech, manufacturing) preferred; strong understanding of GMP, GxP/HSE training.
• Proven design and facilitation of blended programs; experience with LMS/LXP administration and learning analytics.
• Track record building early-talent or academy-style programs with academic partners.
• Previous work knowledge in curriculum architecture, project management, data literacy for learning analytics
• Experience measuring learning impact and translating insights into program improvements.
• Strong stakeholder management and vendor oversight; comfort working in a matrix environment.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Six sigma certification or lean manufacturing working knowledge

Why AstraZeneca:

Here, learning fuels purpose. You will join a global community that brings unexpected teams together to spark bold ideas, applying cutting-edge tools and data to make training stick where it matters most—on the job and for patients. We blend ambition with support, valuing kindness as highly as drive, and we operate with sustainability and ethics woven into everyday decisions, including ambitious carbon commitments. With a broad pipeline and enterprise-wide reach, your work will scale quickly—improving performance today while shaping the capabilities we need for tomorrow.

If you’re ready to build a high-performing, compliant and sustainable learning ecosystem that powers real-world impact, seize this opportunity to lead and apply your expertise now!

Date Posted

12-May-2026

Closing Date

11-Jun-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.