Vice President, Discipline Strategy, STEM

Company Description

Job Description

The Vice President, Discipline Strategy, STEM, will be instrumental in steering our strategic and programmatic efforts to transcend traditional educational publishing models. This role is designed for a transformative leader who is adept at navigating the complexities of the ed-tech landscape and driving a business model focused on a digital-first, customer-centric pedagogy. This role manages other employees.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and people of color, to apply for this role. We're eager to meet people that believe in our mission and can contribute to our team in a variety of ways - not just candidates who check all the boxes. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we recognize that unique perspectives and experiences contribute to the strength of our team. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. We value your potential, and we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive and contribute their best.

Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the development and execution of an innovative digital-first, course-pedagogy focused strategy across STEM disciplines.
• Innovate and evolve content and program strategies using Macmillan Learning’s digital platforms (Achieve, iClicker) and via partner and other technologies.
• Transition from a textbook-centric approach to a comprehensive course-based strategy, enhancing educational value and market positioning.
• Cultivate and manage a high-performance team focused on rapid, iterative content creation and effective program execution.
• Implement data-driven methodologies to increase market share and ensure high retention rates, establishing a leading market presence.
• Collaborate with multiple departments such as Finance, Marketing, and Sales to maximize business outcomes and educational impacts.

Job Qualifications

Ideal Candidate:

• Demonstrated leadership in educational technology businesses, ideally with experience bringing a start-up mentality to established companies.
• Expertise in product-led growth models, with a proven track record of using these strategies to drive business success and transformation.
• Strategic thinker with robust experience in digital education product operations and market strategy innovation.
• Skilled in analytical decision-making, with a strong orientation towards data-driven culture and metrics.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to mentor, inspire, and lead diverse teams through dynamic changes.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership position within the educational technology marketplace; or experience in media industries that transitioned from print-to-digital business models.
• 5+ years of experience as a senior leader leading teams through periods of market change and transformation with success developing skills and driving change in their organization.
• 5 + years of success in customer-centric business models that required development of key networks of users and non-users to support growth and innovation.
• Proficiency in educational technology, systems, and practices.
• Strong analytical skills and data-informed practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel for meetings (<20% of time).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree.
• Certifications in product marketing, product discovery methodologies, or other modern market segmentation strategies and practices.