Subject Matter Expert - Biology

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Hybrid work

Impactful educational projects

Collaborative team

Curriculum development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly knowledgeable Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Biology to contribute to curriculum development and content creation for educational materials based in Nelspruit. This role involves leveraging your deep understanding of biological sciences to review, develop, and refine educational content, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and pedagogical effectiveness.

You will work on a project basis, collaborating remotely and occasionally on-site with instructional designers and

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Biology, Zoology, Botany, or a closely related life science field.
• Demonstrable experience in teaching or developing educational content in Biology at the secondary or tertiary level.
• Excellent understanding of current biological research and advancements.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate existing Biology curriculum content for accuracy, clarity, and alignment with educational standards.
• Develop new Biology-related educational content, including explanations, examples, and assessment questions.
• Collaborate with instructional designers to translate complex biological concepts into engaging and accessible learning materials.
• Provide subject matter expertise to resolve content-related queries and challenges during the development process.
• Ensure that all created content meets high standards of scientific accuracy and pedagogical quality.

Skills

Strong written communication

Independent work

Project deadline management

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Biology or related life science

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly knowledgeable Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Biology to contribute to curriculum development and content creation for educational materials based in Nelspruit . This role involves leveraging your deep understanding of biological sciences to review, develop, and refine educational content, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and pedagogical effectiveness. You will work on a project basis, collaborating remotely and occasionally on-site with instructional designers and curriculum specialists. The ideal candidate is passionate about science communication and committed to producing high-quality educational resources for learners of various levels within Mpumalanga .

Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate existing Biology curriculum content for accuracy, clarity, and alignment with educational standards.
• Develop new Biology-related educational content, including explanations, examples, and assessment questions.
• Collaborate with instructional designers to translate complex biological concepts into engaging and accessible learning materials.
• Provide subject matter expertise to resolve content-related queries and challenges during the development process.
• Ensure that all created content meets high standards of scientific accuracy and pedagogical quality.

Requirements

• A Master's degree or PhD in Biology, Zoology, Botany, or a closely related life science field.
• Demonstrable experience in teaching or developing educational content in Biology at the secondary or tertiary level.
• Excellent understanding of current biological research and advancements.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to explain scientific concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration based on project scope and expertise.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work with occasional office visits in Nelspruit .
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful educational projects.
• Work with a dynamic team of educational professionals.
• Gain experience in curriculum development for diverse learning platforms.