What are the responsibilities and job description for the Learning and Development Manager position at Glaukos Corporation?
Job Description
How will you make an impact?
The Learning and Development Manager will play a pivotal role in driving the success of Glaukos by designing and implementing strategic learning initiatives that empower employees, foster continuous growth, and enhance organizational effectiveness. This position will be instrumental in creating innovative learning solutions tailored to the needs of diverse teams and aligning them with Glaukos’ mission. As a key member of the HR team, you will champion a culture of innovation, teamwork, and inclusion while serving as a trusted advisor on talent and development strategies.
What will you do?
About Us
Generous. Innovative. Leadership-driven. Family-oriented. Socially responsible.
Founded in 1998, Glaukos Corporation is an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders, and retinal diseases.
Our mission at Glaukos is to truly transform vision by pioneering novel, dropless therapies that can meaningfully advance the standard of care and improve the lives of patients suffering from chronic, sight-threatening eye diseases.
Innovation is at the core of everything we do, and we are resolute in our commitment to challenge conventional thinking with new treatment alternatives that are supported by real science, robust clinical evidence, and an unrelenting focus on patients.
Our constant pursuit of game-changing technologies that disrupt legacy treatment paradigms is encapsulated in the Glaukos mantra “We’ll Go First,” which articulates our willingness to take chances, our determination to forge new ground, and our commitment to continuous improvement in all that we do.
Our company completed an initial public offering in June of 2015, and our shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “GKOS”. Our global headquarters is in Aliso Viejo, California with additional locations in San Clemente, California, and Burlington, Massachusetts.
Glaukos Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
How will you make an impact?
The Learning and Development Manager will play a pivotal role in driving the success of Glaukos by designing and implementing strategic learning initiatives that empower employees, foster continuous growth, and enhance organizational effectiveness. This position will be instrumental in creating innovative learning solutions tailored to the needs of diverse teams and aligning them with Glaukos’ mission. As a key member of the HR team, you will champion a culture of innovation, teamwork, and inclusion while serving as a trusted advisor on talent and development strategies.
What will you do?
- Instructional Design & Program Development:
- Leverage expertise in instructional design and adult learning principles to develop effective, engaging learning programs.
- Create customized solutions when managers identify learning needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and employee development priorities.
- Translate complex topics into accessible and impactful learning experiences using a variety of methodologies, including e-learning, workshops, coaching, and blended learning models.
- Learning Design & Delivery:
- Collaborate to assess team-specific learning needs and design targeted programs to close skill gaps.
- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and learning programs to improve leadership, interpersonal, and technical skills.
- Develop communication and marketing tools to increase employee awareness and participation in learning opportunities.
- Talent Management Integration:
- Align learning initiatives with performance management, career paths, and succession planning to support retention and development of key talent.
- Serve as a trusted partner to leaders, helping them identify team growth opportunities and recommend tailored development strategies.
- Operational Excellence & Measurement:
- Partner with the Learning and Talent Operations Manager to optimize systems, streamline processes, and ensure smooth delivery of learning solutions.
- Measure program effectiveness using feedback, data analysis, and key metrics to continuously improve outcomes and impact.
- Provide regular reports to leadership, highlighting trends, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced certification in instructional design or learning development a plus.
- 8 years of experience, with 6 years in Learning & Development, focusing on instructional design, adult learning, and program facilitation.
- Proven ability to create engaging, scalable learning solutions that address diverse employee needs.
- Hands-on experience with learning management systems (Oracle Learn, LinkedIn Learning, or Percipio preferred).
- Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to lead training for audiences ranging from entry-level employees to senior leaders.
- Track record of success in identifying learning needs, designing targeted programs, and delivering measurable outcomes.
- Exceptional communication and active listening skills to build trust and collaborate effectively across teams.
About Us
Generous. Innovative. Leadership-driven. Family-oriented. Socially responsible.
Founded in 1998, Glaukos Corporation is an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders, and retinal diseases.
Our mission at Glaukos is to truly transform vision by pioneering novel, dropless therapies that can meaningfully advance the standard of care and improve the lives of patients suffering from chronic, sight-threatening eye diseases.
Innovation is at the core of everything we do, and we are resolute in our commitment to challenge conventional thinking with new treatment alternatives that are supported by real science, robust clinical evidence, and an unrelenting focus on patients.
Our constant pursuit of game-changing technologies that disrupt legacy treatment paradigms is encapsulated in the Glaukos mantra “We’ll Go First,” which articulates our willingness to take chances, our determination to forge new ground, and our commitment to continuous improvement in all that we do.
Our company completed an initial public offering in June of 2015, and our shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “GKOS”. Our global headquarters is in Aliso Viejo, California with additional locations in San Clemente, California, and Burlington, Massachusetts.
Glaukos Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
