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Learning Design Manager Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Instructional Designer

Mansfield, MA

$68K - $93K/yr

This position reports to the Instructional Design Manager on the Digital Learning Innovations team and will be responsible for instructionally designing digital learning assets. This individual will ...

Senior Application Trainer

Boston, MA · On-site

$90K - $125K/yr

Design, develop and maintain TrakCare/IntelliCare learning materials for classroom delivery, ... TrakCare Training Manager * Global TrakCare/IntelliCare training team * Regional Learning and ...

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Learning Design Manager information

What is the difference between Learning Design Manager vs Instructional Designer?

AspectLearning Design ManagerInstructional Designer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Education, Instructional Design, or related field; certifications like ATD or CPTDBachelor's or Master's in Education, Instructional Design, or related field; similar certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, collaborates with stakeholders in corporate or educational settingsDesigns learning materials, develops content, often independently or in small teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in corporate training, e-learning companies, educational institutionsCommon in corporate, higher education, e-learning, and nonprofit sectors

The Learning Design Manager oversees the development of learning programs and manages instructional teams, focusing on strategy and project management. Instructional Designers primarily create and develop learning content and materials. While both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications, the manager role involves leadership and coordination, whereas the designer role emphasizes content creation and instructional design skills.

Are learning design managers in demand?

Learning design managers are in demand as organizations increasingly prioritize employee training, onboarding, and e-learning initiatives. They typically require skills in instructional design, curriculum development, and familiarity with learning management systems, making their roles essential in corporate and educational settings.

What is the role of a learning design manager?

A learning design manager oversees the development and implementation of educational programs and training materials. They collaborate with subject matter experts, utilize instructional design models, and often use tools like Learning Management Systems (LMS) to create effective learning experiences. Their role includes managing teams, ensuring content aligns with learning objectives, and evaluating program effectiveness.

What cities in Massachusetts are hiring for Learning Design Manager jobs?

Cities in Massachusetts with the most Learning Design Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Learning Design Manager job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution.

Operations Manager - Curricular Transformation

NorthEastern

Boston, MA • Hybrid

$60K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is part of the Center for Advancing Teaching and Learning through Research (CATLR) team that collaborates across all of Northeastern's ten colleges to promote and support faculty professional development and networking in relation to AI in teaching and learning. The specific focus of this position relates to Northeastern's Curricular Transformation Initiative, with the goal of capacity-building in relation to integrating student AI Readiness development within coursework and faculty capacity-building in relation to teaching with AI.

This will be a hybrid position in Boston location.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Masters degree in education, learning experience design, or other related field, or significant experience in supporting faculty professional development within higher education.

  • Effective communication, including verbal, written, and visual design.

  • Exacting attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

  • Experience with technology, especially those with implications for teaching and learning, including curiosity about emerging platforms and inclination to seek new understandings and improve their skillset

  • Experience thriving in a highly collaborative, dynamic, and project-focused work environment.

  • Experience tracking, documenting, and analyzing data associated with instructional experiences and programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1) Operations for the Curricular Transformation Initiative

  • Coordinate, end-to-end, logistics and support for meetings, events and workshops
  • Develop and maintain a communications infrastructure to ensure timely, accurate, and professional communication
  • Interface across multiple University offices to manage and administer program operations logistics (e.g., college showcases)

2) Learning Design

  • Coordinate and contribute to the development of instructional materials, including co-authorship, information design, graphics, video, and production (e.g., guidelines, handouts, agendas, reports, online educational resources)
  • Organize and manage accumulating program assets (gather, process, organize artifacts generated through programmatic work). Sometimes this will include generating artifacts related to AI in Teaching and Learning.

3) Data Management

  • Document, gather, track, and analyze data to determine program participation and impact

Position Type

General Administration

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type:

108S

Expected Hiring Range:

$60,315.00 - $85,192.50

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.