Learning & Development Specialist

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Process Operations

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium, Gent, East Flanders, Belgium

Job Description:

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. 

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. 

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine 

About Car-T

CAR-T is an innovative treatment, which uses the power of the patient’s own immune system. A patient’s T-cells are genetically modified to eliminate cancer cells. This ground-breaking technology provides hopeful prospects to patients where other therapies have failed or fail to provide adequate results.

Janssen Biotech, Inc. entered into a global collaboration agreement with Legend Biotech to develop, manufacture and commercialize ciltacabtagene autoleucel (cilta-cel). Through our strategic partnership, we look to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

To support our CAR-T program in the EMEA region, we are establishing two state-of-the-art manufacturing centers in Ghent, Belgium.

We are searching for the best talent for a Learning & Development Specialist to be in Gent.

Roles & Responsibilities:

As a pivotal member of the Learning & Development team, you will design, implement, and manage training programs that ensure our staff are equipped with the latest industry knowledge, compliance standards, and skills required for a highly regulated environment.

You will contribute to fostering a culture where learning is an inherent part of our identity, motivating everyone to learn, grow, and excel. Your key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing comprehensive, tailored training programs for various functions
• Conducting needs assessments to identify skill gaps and training requirements across departments
• Investigating and implementing innovative instructional methods (e.g., e-learning, VR training)
• Facilitating training sessions and onboarding programs, enhancing the new hire experience
• Monitoring and evaluating training effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics
• Ensuring all training content complies with GMP, Quality, Compliance, and Regulatory standards
• Connecting with subject matter experts and external partners (universities, training centers, high schools) to stay ahead of pharmaceutical innovations
• Working with stakeholders (Legend Biotech and J&J CAR-T Raritan) to leverage CAR-T-specific training initiatives
• Promoting a learning culture where continuous growth and development are valued and encouraged

Qualification And Requirements:

• You have a Bachelor or Master’s Degree or equivalent experience in a scientific or technical field (Engineering, Bioscience Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Pharmacy, Biochemistry …).
• You have strong track record as a trainer, effectively sharing knowledge concisely and efficiently
• You have a strong interest and affinity for traditional and digital learning methods, coaching/mentoring, and content development for trainings.
• You have a start-up/can-do mindset, and you proactively search for solutions.
• You excel at connecting and building relationships, being able to connect authentically with different stakeholders and partners.
• You embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• You have strong knowledge of aseptic manufacturing.
• Experience with team-based collaborations is a must.
• You place our patients at the center of everything you do.
• You have strong communication skills in Dutch, as well as English

Our Offer

• The opportunity to participate in a progressive treatment that gives hope to patients in need.
• The ability to help shape a new venture from the start.
• An innovative working environment.
• Training on the job.
• Opportunities to continue to develop and grow in an extensive and strong organization.
• An open-ended contract and a competitive remuneration package.

At Johnson & Johnson, we want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time.

Here’S What You Can Expect:

• Application review: We’ll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role.
• Getting to know you: If there’s a good match, you’ll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team to understand more about you and answer any questions that you might have.
• Staying informed: We know waiting can be hard and processes can evolve; our recruitment team will keep you updated and make sure you know what to expect at each step.
• Final steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country-specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these.

Finally, at the end of the process, we’ll invite you to share feedback in a short survey — your input helps us continue improving the experience for future candidates. Thank you for considering a career with Johnson & Johnson. We’re excited to learn more about you and wish you the best of luck in the process!#RPOEMEA