New Product Development Lead
- Employer
- The University of Kansas
- Location
- University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Critical to the role is the ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively with colleagues, and be responsive to project needs. The successful candidate has a proven ability to manage complex projects across multiple teams, lead teams using agile processes, handle competing priorities and deadlines, and communicate with a range of audiences.
ATLAS promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students, with a focus on students with disabilities and struggling learners. ATLAS creates technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous. Dynamic research on skill development, assessment design, and teacher professional development informs the center’s map-based learning systems.
With a diverse portfolio of grant-funded research projects and operational alternate assessments, ATLAS is a leader in educational research and innovation. ATLAS drives progress through partnerships and collaborations with organizations that share its focus and commitment.
ATLAS is committed to creating policies and practices that foster a culture in which all employees feel they belong and can succeed.
Visit the ATLAS website to learn how the center improves the learning landscape for all students.
KU employees have great benefits!
- 176 hours of paid vacation per year
- 96 hours of sick leave per year
- 10 paid holidays
- Medical and dental insurance
- Retirement program
- Life and disability insurance
- Educational and professional development opportunities
KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
KU is not able to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California, Delaware, Idaho, and Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.Job Description50% - Lead and participate in collaborative, multidisciplinary project teams to design, test, develop and create new products in alignment with ATLAS’ strategy. Work with project teams and external partners to conceptualize and conduct market research studies, product testing, data analyses, design iterations, and product launches.
25% - Within a matrixed organization, lead and be accountable for continuous improvement of ATLAS’ new product development methods. Provide subject matter expertise and coach team members in agile product development methods.
15% - Lead new product development strategy for ATLAS. Work closely with center leadership to identify, develop and successfully pursue strategies for new educational products; may also participate with others to steer a segment of ATLAS’ new product strategy.
5% - External communication to a variety of external audiences about ATLAS products and services.
5% - Special projects/other duties as assigned.Position Requirements
- This is a full-time (40 hours/week), unclassified position.
- Depending on the center’s and team’s needs, well qualified candidates may be allowed a work location that is hybrid or remote.
- This position requires travel to Lawrence and/or other locations as needed, depending on the needs of the center and team.
- This position will require attendance at regularly scheduled meetings, onsite or through telecommunication platforms.
- Master’s degree in educational technology, special education, curriculum & instruction, or other closely related field and four (4) years of relevant additional experience OR Bachelor’s degree and six (6) years of relevant additional experience.
- One (1) year of experience using agile development methods in K-12 educational products.
- One (1) year of experience working on collaborative teams to co-develop and test new products, including flexibility to serve in various team roles.
- One (1) year of experience overseeing and carrying out projects using strong organizational skills and attention to detail, as evidenced by application materials.
- One (1) year of experience communicating effectively with internal and external audiences about strategy, methods, and new products.
- One (1) year of experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines, including adapting in response to changes in work priorities and processes, as evidenced in application.
- Work experience that required the ability to adapt and respond to changes in work priorities and processes as evidenced by application materials.
- Strong written and interpersonal communication skills, as evidenced in application materials.
- One (1) year of experience using agile development methods to develop and launch K-12 education products including technology.
- One (1) year of experience applying concepts of universal design to product and/or service design.
- One (1) year of experience in educational assessment design or implementation.
- One (1) year of experience with advanced knowledge, training, and/or practical experience with early childhood instruction, special education, or multilingual learners.
- A cover letter that describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications
- A Resume or CV
- Contact information for three (3) professional references
Review of applications will begin Friday, September 18th and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.Contact Information to ApplicantsATLAS HR atlashr@ku.eduAdvertised Salary Range$83,400; commensurate with experienceApplication Review BeginsFriday September 18, 2026Anticipated Start DateMonday October 12, 2026Apply to Job
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Join the University of Kansas, and you’ll become part of a Jayhawk family that spans the globe. Wear your KU shirt in London, Istanbul, Buenos Aires, Nairobi or anywhere else, and you will likely hear a resounding “Rock Chalk!” from a stranger. Of course, the appropriate response is an enthusiastic “Jayhawk!” Because, after all, they’re not really strangers, they’re family.
The Jayhawk community is united by more than 150 years of tradition and by our commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge, transforming the academic experience, and creating solutions through innovative research. KU’s mission is to lift students and society by educating leaders, building healthy communities and making discoveries that change the world.
The University of Kansas is the state’s flagship university and one of just 66 invited members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). We consistently earn high rankings for academics and recognition as a premier research university.
KU faculty and staff embrace our role as the state’s flagship university, AAU member and R1 institution that serves the state, nation and world. We celebrate the energy and compassion that infuse the Jayhawk spirit; and, we remain true to KU’s historic values: the elevating force of education, the transformative power of research and the healing power of service.
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Lawrence’s historic and thriving downtown features restaurants, nightlife and local shops offering unique finds that you won’t find anywhere else. The town has more than 50 parks, an encompassing mixed-use trail, and quick access to biking/hiking trails along the Kansas River and around Clinton Lake. A five-minute drive from Lawrence, Clinton Lake offers fishing, boating, beaches, camping and other outdoor activities.
Located just 40 minutes west of Kansas City, Lawrence offers the appeal of a mid-size, suburban town with quick access to the amenities of a large city, including an international airport. The Kansas City metro area is home to world-class museums and cultural activities, Jazz clubs and other nightlife venues, expansive shopping options, and exciting professional sports with the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Sporting KC.
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Something about Lawrence is magnetic. Long-time residents are never surprised when a KU student or employee from out of state decides to make Lawrence their permanent home. And, even those who do leave often find themselves returning to “the nest” at some point in the future. In fact, Lawrence has been named by several publications as one of the best places to retire.
At the University of Kansas, you’ll join a global Jayhawk family and find a place to call home.
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