Learning Technologist I

Summary:

The Learning Technologist will help to run learning applications at ICON PLC as part of Learning Operations and Technology. The core application is ICONs Learning Management System (LMS), iLearn. A suite of applications will join this as part of a developing edtech strategy.

You will collaborate closely with Learning and Development specialists in ICON University and team mates in the Learning Solutions team, including learning designers and media specialists, to support relevant, purposeful and engaging experiences for our community.

You will have a deep understanding of applications at ICON and act as an advocate for their use. You will be creative in championing the full range of tools available.

You will ensure efficiency in daily routines and support a quality service.

You will be creative and curious; looking to improve your own skills, remain up-to-date with the industry and bring new approaches and ideas to digital learning at ICON.

Eligibility:

Experience in an established e-Learning / education provider or in an appropriate dedicated function (e.g. an e-learning team)

Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and understands how related teams coordinate and collaborate to achieve quality results

Has advanced and specialised expertise supporting an LMS for course administration (e.g. course creation / management and account management) developed through considerable on-the-job experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Some project management experience evidenced by an ability to manage own work and deliveries and an awareness of risk management

Experience in a testing team (e.g. UAT)

Familiarity with common standards and formats (e.g. HTML, SCORM, etc.)

Familiarity with a standard production processes and methods (e.g. storyboards, asset production, etc.)

Awareness of usability issues and best practice

Experience with CSS is an advantage

Awareness of mobile and responsive design (e.g. HTML5 and Bootstrap) is an advantage

Experience of e-learning rapid authoring tools such as Camtasia, Captivate or Articulate is an advantage