VP of Data & Analytics
Labster
VP of Data & Analytics
Labster is the leading platform for immersive STEM and healthcare education. Our mission is to dismantle barriers to learning through scalable, virtual labs and simulations used by students and educators around the world.
We are hiring a hands-on, strategic leader to transform our data function. The Vice President (VP) of Data & Analytics will architect and operationalize a scalable data strategy that empowers insight-driven decision-making across the business. This role combines deep technical expertise with executive-level influence. You’ll work cross-functionally across Product, GTM, Finance, Engineering, and Legal to deliver business-critical insight to support Labster’s continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
Data Strategy & Leadership
Own and communicate a data vision that aligns with Labster’s strategic goals.
Manage data technology stack, including road map and budget to ensure tooling aligns with business needs and scale
Build and mentor a high-performing data team
Partner with Executive and Functional Leaders to define and prioritize strategic data initiatives that drive deep business value
Lead change management efforts across the company to drive data-informed decision making and build trust in new tools, metrics and processes
Execution & Architecture
Centralize and reconcile core business metrics (ARR, NRR, customer usage, pipeline), including implementation of robust customer cube
Oversee architecture and modeling in BigQuery, dbt, Looker, and Metaplane.
Serve as the connective tissue to data across departments by ensuring Finance, GTM, Product, and Strategy leaders are equipped with data analysis and insights they trust and use
Lead a cross-functional planning process to prioritize data initiatives based on business impact, ensuring alignment with GTM, Finance, Product, and Strategy goals
Build scalable systems and scalable habits by empowering self-serve insights, data literacy, and shared ownership of key metrics
Predictive & AI-Ready Analytics
Build predictive GTM analytics (lead scoring, sales forecasting, pipeline conversion).
Implement impactful AI tools in internal operations to drive efficiency and productivity gains across all aspects of the business
Partner with Strategy and Product teams to automate operational workflows
Requirements
8+ years in data roles, including at least 3 years managing data/analytics teams.
Experience in SaaS, with strong exposure to GTM, customer, and financial data.
Hands-on SQL and modeling capability; experience with modern data stack (BigQuery, dbt, Looker).
Track record of building centralized metrics and reporting across a business.
Experience supporting M&A, exits, or due diligence processes is a strong plus.
Comfort operating at both strategic and tactical levels.
Strong executive communication and stakeholder alignment skills.
Passion for enabling smarter decisions through trustworthy data.
Bonus Points
Experience in EdTech, healthtech, or simulation-based businesses
Experience with AI/ML product enablement or GenAI readiness
Data storytelling or stakeholder education skills (evangelizing data usage company-wide)
Why Labster
At Labster and UbiSim, we are redefining education and healthcare through cutting-edge technology. Our virtual science labs engage students in STEM learning, helping them overcome barriers and thrive in their careers. UbiSim, our immersive VR platform, is shaping the future of nursing education by preparing the next generation of nurses with the skills they need to deliver patient-centered care.
With global workforce shortages in both STEM and healthcare, the need for innovative educational tools has never been greater. By joining us, you'll contribute to empowering learners around the world to make a tangible difference in their communities and beyond, fostering a future where education drives real-world change.
What's in it for you
Shape the future of science and healthcare education globally
Work with cutting-edge VR and simulation technology
Generous parental leave policy with a phased return to work program
Work with flexibility
Flexible vacation policy
Opportunities to travel and meet your colleagues from around the world
Access to free 1:1 therapy sessions and other mental health and wellbeing support tools through iFeel
Opportunity to get involved with our LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group
Our commitment to all of you
Labster, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Labster strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Labster complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.
- Department
- Strategy
- Locations
- Labster, Boston, Labster, United Kingdom, Labster, Valencia
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
About Labster
Labster's mission is to captivate learners and dismantle barriers with immersive technology to improve lives.
Our immersive learning platforms for STEM education and nursing simulation allow students to engage in real-world scenarios safely and repeatedly, building confidence and competence in their learning journey.
Labster was named one of the World's Top EdTech Companies of 2024 by TIME and Statista. And UbiSim, our virtual reality (VR) nursing simulation product, was recognized as a TIME Best Invention of 2024.
Labster is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.