Role Overview

We are seeking a strategic, hands‑on Product Management Director to lead product strategy, innovation, and execution across the entire Ovid Health Research portfolio—including journals, databases, clinical research platforms, and workflow solutions.

In this senior leadership role, you will:

Define the multi‑year product vision and roadmapDrive platform transformation and AI‑enabled innovationPartner closely with the GM, executive leadership, and cross‑functional teamsRepresent product strategy in board and investor forumsLead company‑level strategic initiatives, including M&A evaluation and integration

This role requires a product leader who can set vision and drive execution, balancing customer needs, market insight, and technology opportunities.

Key Responsibilities1. Product Strategy & RoadmapDefine and own the end‑to‑end product vision and multi‑year roadmapConvert customer and market insights into prioritized, measurable initiatives2. Executive Partnership & StrategyServe as the GM’s key product partnerParticipate in executive planning and business reviewsPrepare board materials and lead strategic, cross‑company initiatives3. AI & Innovation LeadershipLead development of Ovid’s responsible AI strategy (LLMs, generative AI, vector search)Drive innovation in intelligent search, automated literature synthesis, personalization, and evidence summarization4. Platform Transformation & DeliveryDirect next‑generation Ovid platform definition and deliveryGuide discovery, feature prioritization, success metrics, and launch execution5. Product Development ExcellenceLead product lifecycle processes (discovery → delivery → optimization)Set KPIs and embed user‑centered, data‑driven practices6. Organizational Alignment & ExecutionAlign product, engineering, platform, marketing, sales, and operationsRemove execution barriers and drive cross‑functional initiatives to completion7. Customer & Market LeadershipBuild empathy for researcher, clinician, student, and academic workflowsRun VoC programs and advisory boards to uncover whitespace opportunities8. Commercial & Partnership EnablementTranslate product value into GTM plansEvaluate partnerships and support M&A opportunities9. Governance & ComplianceEnsure product quality, accuracy, and clinical safety in partnership with engineering, data, and clinical SMEsRequired Qualifications10+ years of progressive product leadership in digital information products, SaaS, or large digital platformsExperience in healthcare, clinical research, life sciences, or academic publishingProven track record leading large‑scale platform transformationsHands‑on experience with AI/ML product development (search, NLP, generative AI, recommendations)Experience partnering with C‑level executives and boardsStrong cross‑functional leadership and stakeholder alignment capabilityDeep familiarity with modern product practices (Agile, Lean, Design Thinking)Experience hiring, developing, and retaining top product talentPreferred QualificationsExperience in academic publishing, research databases, or scholarly information platformsM&A due diligence and integration experienceExperience delivering AI in regulated or clinical settingsTechnical fluency or prior technical product management backgroundAdvanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) or management consulting experienceCore Competencies & BehaviorsVisionary yet pragmatic strategic thinkerExecutive presence and strong influencing skillsCustomer‑obsessed with the ability to synthesize complex needsAnalytical rigor and comfort with uncertaintyHigh emotional intelligence and collaborative leadershipCommitment to responsible, clinically safe AI solutionsOther DetailsTravel: Up to 10% (domestic and occasional international)Location: Multiple U.S. locations considered per business need

Our Interview Practices

To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, we kindly ask that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. Our interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we’re getting to know you—not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in-person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI-generated responses or third-party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process.

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.

 

Compensation:

$181,900.00 - $325,050.00 USD

 

This role is eligible for Bonus.

Compensation range listed is based on primary location of the position.  Actual base salary offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skills, experience and actual hiring location. Your recruiter can share more information about the specific offer for the job location during the hiring process. 

Additional Information:

Wolters Kluwer offers a wide variety of competitive benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave. Full details of our benefits are available upon request.