Program Development Subject Matter Experts (SME) - Agribusiness: Introduction to Plant and Soil Science
| Competition Number: 126054 | Type: Contract |
| Closing Date: December 8, 2025 |
Category: Contract |
Medicine Hat College invites applications for program development experts for the School of Business and Continuing Studies. The SMEs will work in collaboration with the Dean, the School, and the Centre for Innovation and Teaching Excellence team to establish an Introduction to Plant and Soil Science course in our Agribusiness certificate program. This project is to be completed by June 2026.
A little about the role:
This role reports to the Associate Dean and focuses on developing high-quality course content for online delivery. You’ll design a comprehensive course outline with clear learning outcomes, readings, and requirements aligned to the course description. In addition, you’ll create engaging text and recorded modules for each week, ensuring students have a structured and interactive learning experience. The position also involves preparing discussion guides, assignments, exams, and rubrics, along with detailed evaluation guidelines and marking criteria. You’ll compile reference lists for each topic and manage copyright clearance where needed. Overall, this role plays a key part in shaping a well-organized, accessible, and academically rigorous course.
Details:
• Experience that can inform both the business and science perspectives of agriculture.
• Teaching experience and course/program development experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively and make positive contributions as a team member.
• A commitment to student success.
Appointment Term: ASAP - June 30, 2026
Compensation: $6,000 for the full term
Please submit a cover letter quoting Competition #126054 with your resume, saved as a single document. Deadline for receipt of applications is December 8, 2025.
This position will require the successful candidate to present a valid Police Information/Criminal Record Check.
Please indicate in your cover letter where you first saw the ad for this position. Submit your application by one of the following methods:
- Email (You can select the "Apply Now" button.) Please send your application as an attachment in either .doc,.docx,.pdf or .rtf formats (only).
- Canada Post
Applications will not be accepted via fax
Medicine Hat College
Human Resources
299 College Drive S.E.
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6
E-mail: hr@mhc.ab.ca
Medicine Hat College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Only applicants being granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.