Adjunct Faculty - Safety Sciences
Duties/Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses and develop curriculum content focused on Safety Sciences and applied learning.
- Create instructional materials and experiential learning activities aligned with Keene State College’s learning outcomes and accreditation standards.
- Design, deliver, and assess courses that integrate real-world industry practices, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Student Support
- Provide student support through regular office hours, and individualized mentoring.
- Offer guidance on coursework, internships, and professional development.
- Support student success through timely feedback and accessibility outside of class.
Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience
- Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, or a closely related field.
- At least 2 years of professional, applied experience outside of academia, demonstrating effective application of safety principles in practice settings.
- A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience, which may include high school, college-level, or workplace training environments.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Experience should encompass course planning, delivery, management of classroom or virtual settings, assessment of teaching, and engagement in continuous improvement practices.
- Recommended skills may include but are not limited to: HOP, SIF Science, BBS, OSHA, EPA, Ethics, Law, Construction Safety, Industrial Hygiene, SMS, Risk/Loss, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference may be given to candidates who possess experience in Construction Safety.
Courses Available For Teaching
- ISSAFE 101 – Safety Awareness
- SAFE 110 – Applied Safety Science
- SAFE 202 – Occupational Safety
- SAFE 215 – Human Factors in Safety
- SAFE 216 – Safety Standards & Regulations
- SAFE 306 – Systems & Behavioral Sciences
- SAFE 307 – Safety Management Systems
- SAFE 308 – Construction Safety Practices
- SAFE 311 – Safety and Environmental Law
- SAFE 317 – Construction Health Hazards
- SAFE 329 – Safety Training Methods
- SAFE 408 – Construction Safety Practices I
- SAFE 420 – Safety Research Methods
- SAFE 497 – Innovative Safety Leadership
Applicant Instructions
Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:
- Resume/CV
- Letter (please indicate which courses you are qualified for and interested in teaching)
Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.
Pay Range
$800/credit or $840/credit for those with terminal degrees
This is the standard unless a different rate has already been negotiated and approved by the dean.
Additional Information
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission.
The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.
More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources
Location: Keene
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