BambooHR, Interpersonal Skills, Microbiology, Biophysics, Scientific Research, Content Development, Biology, Product Quality, Research Skills, Education
Job description
Learning Sandbox | Full-time Subject-Matter Expert in Scientific Research Wanted
Job description:
Learning Sandbox is an education technology consultancy based in Cape Town, South Africa. The heartbeat of our business is producing bespoke digital content while also offering strategic, pedagogical and digital asset research, design and production services. Were looking for an exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable and team-oriented Subject-Matter Expert (SME) in scientific research in the life sciences.
Youll join a multidisciplinary team of high-performance professionals - from SMEs to creatives - who are responsible for developing premium educational content for the digital sphere. You will be part of the content production team working on a project for our client to make free science education for the world. We want forward-thinking individuals who are able to unpack and communicate complex technical concepts to enable non-SMEs to produce the best work possible.
This role is not just about having the content knowledge but also the desire to innovate with the knowledge you have, and the ability to do that effectively through cross-team collaboration as well as independent, self-directed work. We want people who are self-motivated, passionate about the education space, and strive for nothing short of excellence when it comes to producing work of a high quality. Your primary focus will be on content development, with time given to quality-assurance and iterative reviews and a small focus on conceptualising new media to communicate your content.
Were looking specifically for individuals from two different categories: the first being those with experience working as a high school life sciences teacher; and the second being those who may not have experience in the education space, or may have limited experience, but do hold an advanced qualification (Masters, PhD) in the field of Life Sciences. Candidates should have some experience in or exposure to a research lab environment.
The basics:
- Remuneration: Market-related
- Type: Full-time
- Job level: Junior to Mid
- Reports to: Lead Subject Matter Expert
- Location: Remote, with the option of coming into our shared office space in Constantia, Cape Town
- Company: Learning Sandbox
- Start date: ASAP 2023
- Work closely with Learning Sandbox clients and the broader Content Team
- Brainstorm and conceptualise topics for the digital education content produced
- Write proposals and briefs for content
- Develop and create subject content for online learning
- Conduct quality assurance and iterative reviews of the content
- Innovate to determine which media is appropriate for their subject content
- Advanced education (Masters, PhD) in Life Sciences (e.g. Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Microbiology, Botany) with 3 or more years of work experience in relevant field (work experience in education preferred)
- Either High school teacher with a minimum of 5 years of science teaching experience
- Or Experience developing online education materials in the field of science (ideally at a high school level)
- Familiarity with a research lab environment
- Good problem-solving skills and people skills
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills
- Communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work well in a team and independently
- Willingness to work remotely, very important
- Knowledge of US education system with a focus on high school and the transition to college
- Experience with high school level life sciences education
- Knowledge of molecular biology, genetics, or evolutionary biology
- Experience of creating content for online learning environments
- Familiarity with the Google Suite, Slack and Asana
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where individual differences are respected, appreciated, and supported. The next step for shortlisted candidates is to complete a competency test. If you do not hear from us after 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Disclaimer: Learning Sandbox (Pty) Ltd only accepts applications that have been completed and submitted via BambooHR. We do not accept any third party applications or applications that have been submitted via email.
