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Product Development Coordinator

University Of Florida

Job Location:

Gainesville, FL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 80000 - 90000

Posted: 17 September 2026 (9 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 15 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Project Manager I
Job Description:	The University of Florida Lastinger Center for Learnings mission is to improve the quality of teaching learning and childcare. We research develop and scale educational innovations for adults and children that put all learners on trajectories for lifelong success. Specifically the Center targets kindergarten readiness 3rd grade reading proficiency and algebra proficiency as critical milestones in childrens educational trajectory that are predictive of success in school and life. The Center works at the nexus of research practice and policy to develop sustainable systems that leverage educational technologies and improve the implementation of research-based practices. Housed in one of the nations elite public research universities the Center operates as a dynamic entrepreneurial workplace focused on executing UFs service mission to strengthen the human condition and improve the quality of life. The Lastinger Center is committed to attracting hiring and retaining top talent by valuing a broad range of thought skill and experience. We believe in fostering environments where team members feel included valued and empowered to do their best work. Lead Product Development Processes for the Centers Literacy Product Line The Lastinger Centers literacy programs equip educators with evidence-based practical supports and professional learning resources to enhance reading instruction; connect school districts to customized professional learning coaching and instructional supports; and engage students with innovative programs and initiatives that promote reading proficiency. Conduct project meetings and communicates project status with customers project team members vendors and supervisors Create project plans including timelines and milestones. Lead product development efforts including prioritizing prototyping testing refining and launching products within the literacy product line such that each product is built following the Centers research-based and data driven decision making process. Maintain a clear product roadmap for Lastingers literacy product line that aligns with the product lines strategic vision utilizing market and end-user data according to the Centers product development protocols. Lead the design of literacy products including content development by working collaboratively with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across the Center College and those contracted to develop content and instructional design of related products. Review and approve literacy course content. Refine products using feedback solicited from end users to achieve the greatest impact. Translate product refinements into clearly developed deliverables with timelines. Facilitate meetings and drive product roadblocks to resolution. Proactively communicate product recommendations and changes to literacy leadership and other team members. Collaborate with communications team members to develop product positioning messaging enhancements as needed and coordinate implementation with literacy strategic partnerships team. Support Literacy Fundraising Lead pre-proposal stage of proposal development with philanthropic funders to help ensure alignment of proposals with product roadmaps and contribute to discussions of resource allocation and effort estimation for proposal line items. Work with executive leadership to write and/or coordinate the development of fundraising proposals focused on expanding Lastingers literacy products in the education market. Evaluate the financial aspects of fundraising such as budgets expenditures research and development appropriations or return-on-investment and profit-loss projections. Support Product Development Infrastructure Development If needed serve as a subject matter content expert for course review. Conduct post product development project assessments and evaluations. Track and report on product development activities across the literacy roadmap to Center. Contribute to the development refinement and ongoing improvement of the Centers library of product development lifecycle protocols and product management tools. Participate in ongoing job embedded professional development to strengthen the Centers workflows related to product management. Serve as a point of contact with external stakeholders. Other Duties as Assigned
Expected Salary:	$80000-$90000
Required Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in an appropriate area or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:	Masters degree with background in education and three years of relevant experience. Experience in designing and developing educational products and services. Experience working directly with educators in a literacy setting. Experience convening facilitating and staffing cross-functional teams.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	This position is time-limited and soft-funded. In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No