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gTANGIBLE

Cloud Subject Matter Expert

Arlington, VA · On-site

Our leadership team is an exceptional group of Government contracting professionals. gTANGIBLE is ... Ability to work independently/minimal oversight. * Required Certifications or other relevant ...

CACI

WMD Subject Matter Expert

Charlottesville, VA

$90K - $189K/yr

You will work side-by-side with government, military, and contractor staff to create detailed ... issues Independently develop procedures/tradecraft for more junior personnel Write reports ...

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Creative G C

Subject Matter Expert II

Washington, DC · On-site

Subject Matter Expert II [Domain: (Analytical, organic or inorganic chemistry experience with extensive knowledge of cosmetics manufacturing industry)] Location: DMV (On-site in metro-based area ...

Aptive

Subject Matter Expert

Job Summary The Subject Matter Expert (SME) will provide specialized operational, technical, and ... and contractor teams to ensure modernization solutions align with operational objectives ...

Aptive

Subject Matter Expert

Job Summary The Subject Matter Expert (SME) will provide specialized operational, technical, and ... and contractor teams to ensure modernization solutions align with operational objectives ...

Audubon Companies

Subject Matter Expert

Plaquemine, LA · On-site

Safety Instrumented System (SIS) Subject Matter Expert Audubon is currently seeking a SIS Subject Matter Expert to be part of a project team, working onsite at a client's plant. The SIS Subject ...

OBAN Corporation

Subject Matter Expert

Vienna, VA · On-site

Job Title: Subject Matter Expert Disclaimer: This position is being recruited in support of potential future contract awards. Qualified candidates may be considered for upcoming opportunities ...

CoCaptain

Subject Matter Expert

Bronxville, NY · On-site +1

Position Overview As a CoCaptain Subject Matter Expert , you will meet with Clients via the ... As a contractor, you will apply your unique method or pedagogy to ensure each session is effective ...

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How much do independent contractor subject matter expert jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average weekly pay for independent contractor subject matter expert in the United States is $1,089.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $721.15 and $1,211.54 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Independent Contractor Subject Matter Expert vs Freelance Consultant?

AspectIndependent Contractor Subject Matter ExpertFreelance Consultant
CredentialsExpertise in specific field, often with certifications or extensive experienceVaries; may have specialized knowledge but less formal credentials required
Work EnvironmentProject-based, often remote, working directly with clients or companiesProject or retainer-based, working independently for multiple clients
Employer/Industry UsageCommon in technical, scientific, or specialized industriesWidely used across industries for strategic or technical advice
Search/Comparison IntentOften compared for expertise and project scopeCompared for flexibility and consulting services

The main difference is that an Independent Contractor Subject Matter Expert is typically highly specialized with specific credentials and works directly on technical or expert projects, while a Freelance Consultant offers broader strategic advice and may have a more flexible or generalist approach. Both roles operate independently but serve different client needs within various industries.

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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor Subject Matter Expert job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,645 per year, or $27.2 per hour.

Subject Matter Expert - Arabic Language (INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR)

Michigan Virtual University

Lansing, MI • On-site, Remote

$20K/wk

Contractor

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR - Subject Matter Expert - Arabic Language.
We are looking for a contract subject-matter expert to help revise a year-long Arabic 1 course for high school students. Candidates should be willing to participate in a live interview prior to being offered the role.
Please reach out with questions.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Read and review standards outlined in the Michigan Virtual Style Guide, including AI guidance, accessibility requirements, and course development best practices.
  • Complete required training with support from the Michigan Virtual Instructional Product Development team.
  • Review the existing two-semester Arabic 1 course and associated documents to become familiar with the course structure, objectives, instructional approach, and assessments.
  • Revise learning objectives and assessments as needed to improve measurability and alignment with applicable Michigan content standards.
  • Write rigorous, standards-aligned assessment scripts at both the lesson and unit levels that demonstrate depth of understanding and support diverse learners.
  • Review existing course links, videos, and instructional resources for functionality, accuracy, and relevance, and revise or replace them as needed.
  • Coordinate with the instructional designer, course development staff, and other project partners to address feedback and maintain consistency across both semesters.
  • Follow Michigan Virtual course development practices, templates, accessibility standards, and quality expectations throughout the project.

You will be supported by an instructional designer, instructional design manager and project manager. All new content created for this course will be written by the Subject Matter Expert, with any external sources and/or AI use cited in APA format in all deliverables.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
  • Content Writing Deliverables
  • Ability to write clear learning objectives
  • Ability to align learning objectives with Michigan State Standards
  • Ability to write comprehensive lesson content and assessments aligned to learning objectives for an asynchronous online experience
  • Fluent in both Arabic and English, both written and spoken

TIME COMMITMENT
  • This project is targeted to take 6-8 months from start to finish.
  • Expectation to commit to approximately 20 hours per week on average.
  • You will be asked to meet once a week with the instructional designer for approximately 1 hour during the hours of 9:00 am - 5:00 pm EST.
  • Must commit to a schedule and meet deadlines, but are free to work on your own time.
  • This is a remote, independent contractor position.

COMPENSATION
  • The project will be broken up into multiple milestones, which can be billed as completed throughout the project.
  • Total compensation: Approx $20,000.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience writing curriculum for or teaching at a high school level
  • Michigan World Language certification or equivalent

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