Director of Academic Partnerships (Team Lead)

Director of Academic Partnerships Team Lead - Careers At Science Interactive Group LLC Career Opportunities with Science Interactive Group LLC A great place to work. Careers At Science Interactive Group LLC Share with friends or Subscribe! Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team! Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Back To Openings Director of Academic Partnerships (Team Lead) Department: Customer Success Location: START YOUR APPLICATION About Us At Science Interactive, we are revolutionizing science education by seamlessly integrating hands-on lab kits with cutting-edge digital curriculum. Our mission is to make high-quality science education accessible and engaging for all students. We partner with over 1000 colleges and universities worldwide. As part of Science Interactive Group's family of education brands, we're shaping the future of science education with innovative solutions and a passion for excellence. Director of Academic Partnerships (Team Lead) Location: Remote Reports To: Vice President of Customer Success Department: Customer Success About the Role We are seeking a dynamic and customer-focused leader to join our team as Director of Academic Partnerships (Team Lead). This role will serve as a senior individual contributor and team leader, responsible for guiding and influencing a group of Academic Partnerships team members while directly managing a portfolio of strategic accounts. This individual will play a critical role in driving customer retention, growth, and satisfaction through hands-on account management, while also providing leadership support through meeting facilitation, mentorship, and best practice development. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives as a strategic partner, mentor, and high-impact individual contributor. Responsibilities Team Leadership & Influence Serve as a team lead and mentor to Academic Partnerships team members, providing guidance, coaching, and support in day-to-day activities Coach, contribute to 1:1s, and help reinforce accountability to retention and growth goals Partner closely with Sales, Support, and Product teams to align on customer strategy and execution Help define and reinforce KPIs for retention, expansion, and customer health Drive adoption of Customer Success tools (e.g., Planhat, CRM) to improve team efficiency and visibility Act as a culture carrier, modeling adaptability, resilience, and a solutions-oriented mindset in a fast-paced environment Individual Contribution Manage a portfolio of high-value accounts as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor Drive adoption, retention, and expansion by ensuring customers achieve desired outcomes Conduct Executive Business Reviews (EBRs), lead renewal conversations, and identify expansion opportunities Serve as an executive sponsor for key accounts, ensuring alignment with institutional goals Model best-in-class account management practices for the broader team Qualifications 5+ years of experience in Customer Success, Account Management, or related customer-facing roles Demonstrated ability to influence, mentor, or lead Proven success managing strategic accounts and driving retention and expansion Strong relationship management skills, with experience engaging executive stakeholders Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills Data-driven mindset with the ability to leverage insights for decision-making and process improvement Experience with Customer Success platforms and CRM tools Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment balancing leadership influence and individual contribution Strong technical aptitude and experience implementing AI into the daily Why Join Us? Innovative Environment: Be part of a company at the forefront of transforming science education Career Growth: Opportunities to expand leadership influence and grow within a scaling organization Impact: Play a key role in helping institutions enhance their science programs and student outcomes Competitive Compensation: Attractive base salary with bonus potential Supportive Culture: Collaborate with a passionate, mission-driven team Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more START YOUR APPLICATION Visit Our Home Page © 2026 Science Interactive Group LLC Applicant Tracking System Powered by