Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Botany
Work Location : Kozhikode
Position Overview
The Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Botany will be responsible for developing high-quality academic content and learning resources in the field of Botany. The role requires strong subject expertise, analytical thinking, and the ability to create student-friendly educational materials that simplify complex biological concepts.
The candidate will actively contribute to content creation, presentation development, assessment design, and curriculum support. The ideal candidate should possess excellent conceptual clarity, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with academic, design, and production teams to ensure effective learning outcomes.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
1. Academic Content Development
Develop detailed study materials, notes, and concept explanations in Botany.
Create structured academic content aligned with curriculum requirements and learning objectives.
Prepare chapter-wise content with accurate scientific terminology and conceptual clarity.
Ensure all content is updated according to syllabus revisions and academic standards.
Simplify complex concepts into easy-to-understand learning material for students.
2. Presentation & Slide Preparation
Design engaging and visually effective presentation slides for classroom and digital learning.
Prepare topic-wise PPTs incorporating diagrams, flowcharts, illustrations, and concept summaries.
Ensure presentations are interactive, student-centric, and academically accurate.
Coordinate with graphic designers and multimedia teams for enhanced visual content delivery.
Maintain consistency in presentation format, branding, and academic quality.
3. Question Paper & Assessment Preparation
Prepare question papers, assignments, quizzes, worksheets, and practice tests.
Design objective and descriptive questions with varying difficulty levels.
Develop answer keys, explanations, and marking schemes for assessments.
Ensure proper blueprint distribution and topic-wise weightage in question papers.
Create application-based and concept-oriented questions to improve analytical thinking.
Review assessment quality to maintain academic standards and error-free delivery.
4. Quality Assurance & Content Review
Proofread and verify content for factual accuracy, grammar, formatting, and consistency.
Review and improve existing study materials based on academic feedback.
Ensure plagiarism-free and original content creation.
Maintain high standards of academic integrity and content quality.
Conduct regular revisions and updates to improve content effectiveness.
5. Coordination & Academic Support
Collaborate with faculty members, academic coordinators, and production teams.
Support curriculum planning and content strategy initiatives.
Participate in academic discussions, brainstorming sessions, and review meetings.
Assist in developing innovative teaching methodologies and learning resources.
Provide subject expertise for internal academic projects and initiatives.
Required Skills & CompetenciesTechnical Skills
Strong subject knowledge in Botany and related biological sciences.
Excellent academic writing and content development skills.
Proficiency in MS Office tools, especially PowerPoint and Word.
Ability to prepare diagrams, charts, and scientific illustrations.
Understanding of assessment design and evaluation methodologies.
Soft Skills
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Time management and deadline adherence.
Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Team collaboration and coordination abilities.
Educational Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Botany / Life Sciences / Biological Sciences or related field.
Prior experience in academic content development is preferred.
Experience
1–5 years of experience in academic content creation, teaching, or assessment preparation.
Experience in educational institutions, ed-tech platforms, or publishing industries will be an added advantage.
Pay: ₹21,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
