Subject Matter Expert – Small Business Formation and Operations

Unity Environmental University

Subject Matter Expert developing online entrepreneurship courses at Unity Environmental University. Collaborating with academic leadership to create engaging instructional materials and assessments.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeRemote • Maine • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Select and/or design content that supports student mastery of small business formation, legal compliance, and business operations
Translate real-world entrepreneurial and small business practices into accessible, student-facing instructional materials
Develop applied assignments involving business formation, registration, licensing, taxation, operations planning, and risk management
Collaborate with academic leadership and learning designers in an iterative development process
Ensure content reflects current business regulations, legal requirements, and industry best practices
Incorporate ethical decision-making, legal compliance, and sound business management principles throughout the course

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a closely related field
Professional experience starting, managing, advising, or supporting small businesses or entrepreneurial ventures
Strong understanding of business structures, business registration, licensing, taxation, insurance, and day-to-day business operations
Familiarity with legal and regulatory requirements affecting small businesses
Ability to explain business, legal, and operational concepts clearly 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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

ATS Keywords

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

Business FormationBusiness RegistrationLicensingTaxationOperations PlanningRisk ManagementEthical Decision-MakingLegal ComplianceBusiness Management Principles

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationCollaborative Work In Remote EnvironmentAbility To Meet Deadlines