Subject matter expert job description
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Subject matter expert requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in subject matter expert job postings.
Sample subject matter expert requirements
- Advanced knowledge in a specific subject area
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience
- Ability to create and deliver effective training materials
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Sample required subject matter expert soft skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Passion for continuous learning and development
Subject matter expert job description example 1
KBR subject matter expert job description
Responsible for providing subject matter expertise in the integration, testing, and operations of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) mission systems. Duties of this position include but are not limited to:
Integrate new intelligence collection sensor mission systems into ground based architectures Apply experience and expertise to develop sensor and mission system training for weapon system operators Work cooperatively with weapon system developers to troubleshoot and quickly resolve integration and testing issues and roadblocks Preparation of briefing materials for senior government and military personnel regarding ongoing program integration status and future plans
Experience
Minimum 15 years ISR mission system integration experience Demonstrated experience working DoD Special Access Programs Support to both Intelligence Community (IC) programs and DoD weapon systems Technical credentials related to intelligence and sensor technology BS in engineering desired but not required
Security Clearance
Must have an active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility Eligibility for access to Special Access Program information Willingness to submit to and successfully complete a Counterintelligence polygraph
Other Requirements
Must have the ability to work in a very dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, and Excel) Ability to communicate with executive leadership regarding matters of significant importance to the customer organization
In compliance with the U.S. federal government's vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Integrate new intelligence collection sensor mission systems into ground based architectures Apply experience and expertise to develop sensor and mission system training for weapon system operators Work cooperatively with weapon system developers to troubleshoot and quickly resolve integration and testing issues and roadblocks Preparation of briefing materials for senior government and military personnel regarding ongoing program integration status and future plans
Experience
Minimum 15 years ISR mission system integration experience Demonstrated experience working DoD Special Access Programs Support to both Intelligence Community (IC) programs and DoD weapon systems Technical credentials related to intelligence and sensor technology BS in engineering desired but not required
Security Clearance
Must have an active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility Eligibility for access to Special Access Program information Willingness to submit to and successfully complete a Counterintelligence polygraph
Other Requirements
Must have the ability to work in a very dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, and Excel) Ability to communicate with executive leadership regarding matters of significant importance to the customer organization
In compliance with the U.S. federal government's vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Subject matter expert job description example 2
PerkinElmer subject matter expert job description
Job Title
Subject Matter Expert - NGS Liquid Handling
Location(s)
Cambridge (UK), Leicester, Manchester, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom - Remote (Chalfont)
We are currently looking for a customer-oriented Subject Matter Expert - NGS Liquid Handling to join our team of senior level experts. As an SME in automated liquid handling, you will be responsible on the development and support of complex Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) workflows on PerkinElmer's automated liquid handling platforms. You will provide your expertise to support our Field Application Specialists and Account Managers to tailor PerkinElmer solutions to the Customers application requirements across EMEAI.
The role is 50-70% field-based with the remaining time spent at the home office, working remotely within the matrix organization. We are looking for a candidate who is based in UK. The expectation is that you will travel to customer sites as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, optimize and troubleshoot methods for automated liquid handling of complex molecular biology and genetic workflows, including NGS library preparation (post-sales support ~50% of the role) Act as the point of contact for the Country\Regional application leaders, sales, and FAS of the EMEAI Territories in terms of application escalation support, training requirements and pre-sales consultation.Perform demonstrations, deliver scientific presentations around products and their applications in-person or remotely.Be responsible for the training planning and execution for the products in own line of excellence Work closely with product management, R&D and FAS teams to help position new products and/or applications for the EMEAI market by exploring suitable applications and providing helpful feedback within organization.
Requirements:
Must have: Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or similar with 5+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 3+ years or relevant experience; PhD degree is considered as an advantage.Must have: 3+ years hands-on experience in NGS/molecular genetics lab work and willingness to learn programming. Alternatively, 1-2 years NGS library automation experience, especially writing and optimizing scripts on automated liquid handling platforms (optimization of pipetting accuracy, precision and/or speed beyond default settings).Must have: Enthusiastic, proactive and stress resistant personality.Proven success working on your own initiative as well as part of a team.Comfortable to travel nationally and internationally 50-70% of the working week.Excellent interpersonal skills - interest to work with customers Willingness to develop commercial acumen and understanding of business drivers.Full driving license.
What we offer you
Join a dynamic working environment Technically challenging and rewarding role Great incentives and corporate benefits
#LI-remote
Subject Matter Expert - NGS Liquid Handling
Location(s)
Cambridge (UK), Leicester, Manchester, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom - Remote (Chalfont)
We are currently looking for a customer-oriented Subject Matter Expert - NGS Liquid Handling to join our team of senior level experts. As an SME in automated liquid handling, you will be responsible on the development and support of complex Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) workflows on PerkinElmer's automated liquid handling platforms. You will provide your expertise to support our Field Application Specialists and Account Managers to tailor PerkinElmer solutions to the Customers application requirements across EMEAI.
The role is 50-70% field-based with the remaining time spent at the home office, working remotely within the matrix organization. We are looking for a candidate who is based in UK. The expectation is that you will travel to customer sites as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, optimize and troubleshoot methods for automated liquid handling of complex molecular biology and genetic workflows, including NGS library preparation (post-sales support ~50% of the role) Act as the point of contact for the Country\Regional application leaders, sales, and FAS of the EMEAI Territories in terms of application escalation support, training requirements and pre-sales consultation.Perform demonstrations, deliver scientific presentations around products and their applications in-person or remotely.Be responsible for the training planning and execution for the products in own line of excellence Work closely with product management, R&D and FAS teams to help position new products and/or applications for the EMEAI market by exploring suitable applications and providing helpful feedback within organization.
Requirements:
Must have: Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or similar with 5+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 3+ years or relevant experience; PhD degree is considered as an advantage.Must have: 3+ years hands-on experience in NGS/molecular genetics lab work and willingness to learn programming. Alternatively, 1-2 years NGS library automation experience, especially writing and optimizing scripts on automated liquid handling platforms (optimization of pipetting accuracy, precision and/or speed beyond default settings).Must have: Enthusiastic, proactive and stress resistant personality.Proven success working on your own initiative as well as part of a team.Comfortable to travel nationally and internationally 50-70% of the working week.Excellent interpersonal skills - interest to work with customers Willingness to develop commercial acumen and understanding of business drivers.Full driving license.
What we offer you
Join a dynamic working environment Technically challenging and rewarding role Great incentives and corporate benefits
#LI-remote
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Subject matter expert job description example 3
Jabil subject matter expert job description
At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. With over 260,000 diverse, talented and dedicated employees across 100 locations in 30 countries, our vision is to be the most technologically advanced and trusted manufacturing solutions provider. We combine an unmatched breadth and depth of end-market experience, technical and design capabilities, manufacturing know-how, supply chain insights and global product management expertise to enable success for the world's leading brands. We are driven by a common purpose to make a positive impact for each other, our communities, and the environment.
Planning Supervisor / Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)
At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. With over 260,000 diverse, talented and dedicated employees across 100 locations in 30 countries, our vision is to be the most technologically advanced and trusted manufacturing solutions provider. We combine an unmatched breadth and depth of end-market experience, technical and design capabilities, manufacturing know-how, supply chain insights and global product management expertise to enable success for the world's leading brands. We are driven by a common purpose to make a positive impact for each other, our communities, and the environment.
Opportunity Made Better Made Possible - are you ready to join the team?
JOB SUMMARY - Planning Supervisor / Subject Matter Expert (SME) Our Planning Supervisor/SME is responsible for materials professionals within the Auburn Hills, MI site which may include analysts, buyers, planners and supervisors. Your role will include planning and process improvements, as well as managing a small team of direct and dotted line reports.IN YOUR ROLE YOU WILL:· Leads and administrates the Materials Analysis teams for a Site.· May lead a group of professional analysts in Purchasing, Inventory control, Planning and configuration Management Support.· Supervises the data management process.· Leads cross-functional assignments and projects.· Works with site management to develop organizational objectives.YOU SHOULD HAVE:· Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.· Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company's business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets.· Strong financial and analytical ability. Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.· Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs.· Strong and convincing communication skills.· Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:· Bachelor's Degree in Materials Logistics Management or Business Administration preferred but not required.· 4 + years related Planning/Supervisory experience required.
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver's license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Planning Supervisor / Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Location: Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)
At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. With over 260,000 diverse, talented and dedicated employees across 100 locations in 30 countries, our vision is to be the most technologically advanced and trusted manufacturing solutions provider. We combine an unmatched breadth and depth of end-market experience, technical and design capabilities, manufacturing know-how, supply chain insights and global product management expertise to enable success for the world's leading brands. We are driven by a common purpose to make a positive impact for each other, our communities, and the environment.
Opportunity Made Better Made Possible - are you ready to join the team?
JOB SUMMARY - Planning Supervisor / Subject Matter Expert (SME) Our Planning Supervisor/SME is responsible for materials professionals within the Auburn Hills, MI site which may include analysts, buyers, planners and supervisors. Your role will include planning and process improvements, as well as managing a small team of direct and dotted line reports.IN YOUR ROLE YOU WILL:· Leads and administrates the Materials Analysis teams for a Site.· May lead a group of professional analysts in Purchasing, Inventory control, Planning and configuration Management Support.· Supervises the data management process.· Leads cross-functional assignments and projects.· Works with site management to develop organizational objectives.YOU SHOULD HAVE:· Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.· Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company's business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets.· Strong financial and analytical ability. Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.· Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs.· Strong and convincing communication skills.· Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:· Bachelor's Degree in Materials Logistics Management or Business Administration preferred but not required.· 4 + years related Planning/Supervisory experience required.
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver's license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Updated March 14, 2024