Subject Matter Expert in Developmental Psychology

About Unity

At Unity Environmental University, we aim to make environmental education accessible and affordable to all. Our model includes four Sustainable Education Business Units (SEBUs): Distance Education, Sustainable Ventures, Unity @ Pineland. We prioritize student needs, offering hybrid, in-person, hyflex, and online modalities. Our culture fosters innovation and inclusivity, preparing students to address real-world environmental challenges.

About Enterprise Education

Enterprise Education offers an entirely asynchronous, online learning experience for bachelor's and master's degree programs, as well as non-degree credits. With 8 five-week terms for undergraduates and 5 eight-week terms for graduate students, this model provides unparalleled flexibility. Students can learn at their own pace and take breaks as needed, integrating their studies into daily life.

The Opportunity

We are seeking Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support the development of undergraduate courses within our Workplace Readiness curriculum. These courses are part of Unity’s innovative, workforce-aligned academic model and are delivered asynchronously, online. SMEs will collaborate with an academic dean and a learning experience designer to shape course content, learning activities, and assessments.

Role Responsibilities

• Advise on course scope and specific learning outcomes
• Select and/or design content that supports student understanding of lifespan development
• Translate developmental psychology research into engaging, student-centered instructional materials
• Develop applied assignments that connect developmental concepts to real-world contexts and case studies
• Collaborate with academic leadership and learning designers in an iterative development process
• Ensure content reflects current scholarship related to culture, trauma, resilience, and environmental influences on development
• Incorporate inclusive perspectives representing diverse developmental experiences and populations

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Psychology, Human Development, Developmental Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated expertise in lifespan development theory and research
• Strong understanding of the influence of social, cultural, ecological, and environmental factors on human development
• Ability to explain complex psychological concepts clearly for undergraduate learners
• Strong written communication skills, including creating clear, student-facing instructions
• Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively in a remote environment
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and familiarity with modern productivity tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring adult or undergraduate learners
• Background in online or distance education
• Expertise in trauma-informed practice, resilience, or stress research
• Experience working with diverse cultural and age populations
• Familiarity with environmental psychology, climate-related stressors, or ecological influences on well-being
• Personal commitment to sustainability, workforce development, and Unity’s environmental mission

To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should click on the Apply Now button and submit a CV/resume, unofficial graduate transcripts, and cover letter.