Lead Product Developer: Literacy Solutions

UF Lastinger Center for Learning; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Lastinger Center for Learning is seeking a Lead in Product Development to guide the literacy product line from concept through launch. You will lead cross‑functional teams, coordinate with SMEs, and maintain a clear product roadmap aligned with the Center’s strategy to improve reading outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s preferred, and a track record in educational product design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area or equivalent education/experience.
• Master’s degree with background in education preferred; three years of relevant experience.
• Experience designing and developing educational products and services.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development efforts for the literacy product line from concept through launch.
• Maintain a clear product roadmap aligned with the center’s strategic vision.
• Collaborate with SMEs across the Center, College, and contractors on content and instructional design.
• Review and approve literacy course content and refine products from user feedback.
• Translate refinements into deliverables with defined timelines and drive roadblocks to resolution.
• Coordinate with communications and partnerships teams for product positioning and implementation.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Product development

Literacy education

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

UF Lastinger Center for Learning is seeking a Lead in Product Development to guide the literacy product line from concept through launch. You will lead cross‑functional teams, coordinate with SMEs, and maintain a clear product roadmap aligned with the Center’s strategy to improve reading outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s preferred, and a track record in educational product design.