Subject Matter Expert; SME), Mechanical Engineering Technology​/Robotics

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

Excelsior University is seeking a Subject Matter Expert on a contractual basis to support the development and revision of courses within the Mechanical Engineering Technology program. The SME will possess advanced knowledge in the relevant course or discipline and 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 typical course development timeline is 20 weeks (4.5 months), excluding onboarding and compliance training.

• MET
  280:
  Mechanics for Robotics
• MET
  390:
  Robotic Control Systems
• MET
  400:
  Robotics and Automation
• MET
  495:
  Mechanical Engineering Technology Capstone

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.
• Ensure that the course curriculum aligns with Excelsior’s JEDI principles.
• Commit to being available throughout the agreed course development timeline and able to meet project deadlines.
• 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.

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

• 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. All teaching fees are subject to applicable federal, state, and local withholding taxes.

Application Information:
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names of three professional references. Submit requested information by clicking the "Apply Now" button on this page. If you have problems with online submission, please call 518‑608‑8238.

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

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