What are the responsibilities and job description for the Subject Matter Expert in Environmental Engineering position at UNITY ENVIRONMENTAL UNIVERSITY?
About Unity:
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.
Our Mission:
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.
About Enterprise Education:
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.
The Opportunity
Unity Environmental University seeks individuals interested in taking their teaching and curriculum development practice to a new level by harnessing the capabilities of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to design innovative online courses in Environmental Engineering.
We are seeking part-time Subject Matter Expert (SME) faculty to support the development of new courses in our Environmental Engineering program. Courses are delivered asynchronously in 5-week terms and are designed around applied, real-world projects that span the duration of each course.
SMEs will collaborate closely with the Program Director and Learning Experience Designer to develop engaging, applied, and accessible curriculum content aligned with industry and academic standards.
Course Development Areas
Candidates may support development in one or more of the following courses:
Water and Wastewater Treatment This course examines technologies and processes used in municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment. Topics include physical separation methods, chemical treatment processes, and biological treatment systems, with emphasis on real-world application and system effectiveness.
Air Pollution Control Engineering This course explores the sources, impacts, and control of air pollutants. Topics include health effects of indoor and ambient air pollution, air quality policy and regulation, emissions estimation from industrial sources, air quality modeling, and technologies for controlling particulate and gaseous emissions.
Qualifications:Required Qualifications
· Specific expertise and experience applying environmental engineering or environmental modeling to real-world problems
· Familiarity with teaching engineering concepts online. Experience with online teaching and/or distance learners is desirable.
· Ability to write student-facing instructions with clarity.
· 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.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience teaching, training, or mentoring adult or undergraduate learners
· Background in online or distance education
· Willingness to embrace the potential of generative AI tools to improve learning and/or workplace performance.
Are you thinking about applying but unsure if it's the right fit? We encourage you to reach out anyway. We recognize that everyone brings different experiences and skills to the table. Take a chance and submit your application; you might be exactly who we're looking for.
The Location Unity University's distance education curriculum is 100% online. Our Distance Education Adjuncts will teach remotely. Benefits This is a 1099 position and is not eligible for benefits. To Apply Interested and qualified candidates should click on the “Apply Now” button and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae and unofficial graduate transcripts. Contact information for three reference may be requested. The preferred start time for this position is August, 2026.