VP of Higher Education Publishing

Company: Academian

Experience: 15+ Years

Industry: EdTech (Higher Education)

About: Academian (www.academian.com) is a leading provider of innovative solutions for the education sector. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Higher Education Content Solutions to drive our growth in this vertical.

Role Overview

The VP – Higher Education Publishing will lead the strategy, development, and growth of higher education publishing initiatives, driving digital transformation and expanding institutional partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

1️ Strategic Leadership

· Define publishing strategy for higher education markets

· Identify growth opportunities (digital, OER, subscriptions, AI-driven learning)

· Align products with institutional needs and accreditation standards

2️ Product & Content Development

· Oversee creation of textbooks, digital courseware, and assessments

· Drive transition from print to digital learning ecosystems

· Ensure instructional design quality and accessibility (WCAG, ADA)

3️ Revenue & Market Growth

· Develop pricing models (institutional licensing, SaaS, subscriptions)

· Expand adoption across universities and colleges

· Monitor market trends (OER, inclusive access, affordability)

4️ Partnerships & Stakeholder Management

· Build relationships with universities, faculty, and distributors

· Collaborate with EdTech platforms (LMS integrations such as Canvas, Blackboard)

· Manage author networks and subject matter experts

5️ Operational Leadership

· Lead editorial, product, and production teams

· Own budgets and P&L responsibilities

· Drive data-informed decision-making using analytics

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100.00 - $140.00 per year

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Remote