[Hiring] Subject Matter Expert in Wildlife Population Management @UNITY ENVIRONMENTAL UNIVERSITY

Role Description

Unity Environmental University seeks individuals interested in consulting as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to revise courses in wildlife population management. All courses are delivered asynchronously online in 5-week terms and incorporate an applied project that spans the subject matter of the course. SMEs will work collaboratively to develop the curricula with the program director and learning experience designer.

We are seeking candidates interested in harnessing the capabilities of AI while developing online courses in the following areas:

• Interdisciplinary settings that span wildlife ecology
• Population biology
• Quantitative modeling
• Conservation management

Qualifications

• An advanced degree (Master’s minimum) in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Conservation Biology, Population Ecology, Quantitative Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Specific expertise, experience, and/or graduate coursework applying population estimation, demographic modeling, monitoring techniques to wildlife management, harvest, and conservation challenges.
• Experience with online teaching and/or distance learners is desirable.
• Ability to write student-facing instructions with clarity.
• Willingness to embrace the potential of generative AI tools to improve learning and/or workplace performance.
• Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately.
• Personal commitment to the environmental focus and mission of the University.

Benefits

• This is a 1099 position and is not eligible for benefits.

Company Description

At Unity Environmental University we are on a mission to make environmental education accessible and affordable to all. Our unique model combines a functional hierarchy and project-based structure through our four Sustainable Education Business Units (SEBUs) to promote collaboration and innovation (Distance Education, Sustainable Ventures, Unity @ Pineland). We prioritize our students' needs above all else, offering a variety of modalities, including hybrid, in-person, hyflex, and online. Our innovative and inclusive culture prepares students to tackle real-world challenges and cultivate the next generation of environmental professionals and leaders who can make a positive impact on our world.

We are dedicated to delivering quality education and experiences that produce outstanding environmentally competent professionals and inspire individuals from all walks of life to steward sustainable ecosystems.

Enterprise Education provides an entirely asynchronous, online learning experience that adapts to the unique circumstances of each student. Our fully accredited bachelor's and master's degree programs, as well as non-degree credits, empower learners to shape their own educational journey. With 8 five-week terms for undergraduates and 5 eight-week terms for graduate students, our model offers unparalleled flexibility. You can learn at your own pace, and take breaks as needed. By using your everyday environment as your laboratory, you'll integrate your studies into your daily life. This makes our education ideal for busy professionals who seek to advance their careers while still honoring their commitments. We are committed to empowering our students to become the changemakers our world needs, wherever they are.