Subject Matter Expert (SME), Mechanical Engineering Technology/Robotics

Excelsior University; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 161,980 - 202,020; Part time

Job summary

Excelsior University seeks a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on a contractual basis to support the development and revision of courses within the Mechanical Engineering Technology program. The SME will collaborate with the Department Chair, Learning Experience Designer, and staff to ensure high-quality course content and alignment with program outcomes.

The role requires advanced knowledge in the field, experience with course design, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering technology or related field.
• Industry experience in robotics, automation, control systems, or mechanical systems.
• Teaching experience at a two- or four-year institution preferred.
• Familiarity with curriculum development and instructional design.

Responsibilities

• Design or revise course content aligned with program outcomes.
• Develop lectures, assignments, rubrics, and assessments.
• Ensure materials reflect current industry practices and trends.
• Participate in weekly or bi-weekly development meetings.
• Respond to team inquiries within 48 hours.
• Align course content with JEDI principles.
• Utilize the university’s course shell and instructional design framework.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization & project management

Time management

Education

Doctorate or Master’s in mechanical engineering technology

Tools

Canvas or LMS platforms

SharePoint

Zoom

Job description

Excelsior University is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on a contractual basis to support the development and revision of courses within the Mechanical Engineering Technology program. The SME will possess advanced knowledge and expertise in the relevant course or discipline and will collaborate closely with the Department Chair, Learning Experience Designer, and other university staff throughout the course development process.

This role requires a strong foundation in subject matter expertise, instructional design collaboration, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The course development timeline typically spans 20 weeks (4.5 months), excluding onboarding and compliance training.

Excelsior University fosters a diverse and inclusive environment and values contributions from all members of its global community. Through the guiding principles of Excelsior CARES—Compassion, Agility, Respect, Excellence, and Service—every employee plays a vital role in shaping the student experience.

Courses Requiring Subject Matter Experts

• MET280: Mechanics for Robotics
• MET390: Robotic Control Systems
• MET400: Robotics and Automation
• MET495: Mechanical Engineering Technology Capstone

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the course development team to design or revise course content aligned with program outcomes.
• Develop original lectures, assignments, rubrics, and assessments.
• Ensure course materials reflect current industry practices and emerging trends.
• Participate in weekly or bi‑weekly development meetings.
• Respond to team inquiries within 48 hours.
• Align course content with Excelsior’s justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) principles.
• Utilize Excelsior’s course shell and instructional design framework.

Qualifications

Subject Expertise

• Doctorate or Master’s degree with significant professional experience in mechanical engineering technology or related fields.
• Demonstrated industry experience in robotics, automation, control systems, or mechanical systems.
• Teaching experience at a two- or four-year institution preferred.
• Familiarity with curriculum development and instructional design.

Course Design

• Ability to design or update courses based on foundational knowledge and emerging practices.
• Experience identifying relevant learning resources and creating engaging learning activities.
• Understanding of interdisciplinary approaches and global context in engineering education.
• Ability to identify relevant learning resources and content.
• Create engaging learning activities, assignments, and valid assessments of learning.
• Ensure that the course curriculum aligns with Excelsior’s justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) principles.
• Commit to being available throughout an agreed upon course development timeline and able to meet project deadlines.
• Participate in weekly or bi‑weekly course development meetings.
• Collaborate with the course development team throughout the design process.
• Use the Excelsior University course shell as the framework for the course.
• Write lectures, assignments, rubrics, and provide original content in an editable format.

Aptitudes

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Skills

• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Familiarity with online/distance education and adult learners.
• Proficiency in Canvas or similar LMS platforms.
• Knowledge of SharePoint and Zoom preferred.
• Respond to questions or requests from the course development team within 48 hours.

Compensation for serving as a Clinical Instructor is $4,000.00. Payments are processed on a bi‑weekly payroll cycle beginning with the next feasible pay period after the close of late registration. Please note all teaching fees are subject to federal, state, and/or local withholding taxes.

If you have problems with online submission, please call 518‑738‑8043.

Excelsior University offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, retirement, and excellent health insurance.

Excelsior University is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic.