Adjunct Faculty - Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice

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The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminology at Keene State College is seeking qualified applicants for adjunct faculty positions for the Fall 2026 semester. These positions are to fill three course openings at the introductory and advanced undergraduate level. Specific courses include: Introduction to Sociology (SOC 125); Sociological Research Methods (SOC 301); Social Problems (SOC 310). All courses must be taught in person. No applications seeking to teach remotely will be considered.

Job Duties

(50%)

• Design and delivery of course content for credit courses

(45%)

• Preparation of lesson plans and course materials. Assessment of student learning.

• Assignment of grades.

• Referring of students to support services where necessary. When appropriate provision of supplemental instruction and mentorship to students.

(5%)

• Comply with USNH and KSC policies; participate in appropriate department and/or unit meetings.

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Minimum qualifications for consideration are a completed graduate degree, an academic background in Sociology, and a record of success in in-person teaching at the College/University level

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education qualifications listed above. Lead-instructor teaching experience at the College/University level (in-person). Knowledge of and ability to use Canvas learning information platform.

Applicant Instructions: 

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

Compensation Pay Range:

$800/credit or $840/credit for those with terminal degrees

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

EEO Statement

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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