Subject Matter Expert – Investigative Communication, Reporting

Unity Environmental University

Subject Matter Expert developing course content and activities for online undergraduate courses in investigative communication. Collaborating with academic leadership and learning designers in a fully remote environment.

Posted 6/30/2026contractRemote • Maine • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise on course scope and specific learning outcomes
Select and/or design content that supports effective investigative communication and reporting
Translate professional communication practices from investigative, enforcement, legal, or regulatory settings into student-facing instructional materials
Develop applied assignments (e.g., investigative reports, interview exercises, audience-specific communication projects)
Collaborate with academic leadership and learning designers in an iterative development process
Ensure content reflects ethical standards and professional expectations in investigative communication
Incorporate inclusive communication practices for diverse audiences and interested and affected parties.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in Criminal Justice, Environmental Policy, Communications, Public Administration, Law, Journalism, or a related field
Professional experience involving investigative reporting, enforcement communications, regulatory compliance, legal communications, or related work
Strong understanding of professional writing, interviewing techniques, and evidence-based communication
Ability to explain communication concepts clearly and accessibly for undergraduate learners
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to create clear, student-facing instructions
Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively in a remote environment
Proficiency with standard computer applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel) and familiarity with modern productivity tools
Experience teaching, training, or mentoring adult or undergraduate learners (Preferred)
Background in online or distance education (Preferred)
Experience preparing reports, testimony, public communications, or regulatory documentation (Preferred)
Familiarity with environmental, wildlife, natural resource, or regulatory enforcement contexts (Preferred)
Experience working with diverse groups and interested and affected parties (Preferred)
Personal commitment to sustainability, workforce development, and Unity’s environmental mission (Preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

This is a 1099 position and is not eligible for benefits.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Investigative ReportingProfessional WritingInterviewing TechniquesEvidence-Based CommunicationContent DevelopmentReport PreparationPublic CommunicationRegulatory Documentation

Soft Skills

Collaborative WorkClear CommunicationDeadline Management