Adjunct Faculty - Holocaust and Genocide Studies

University System of New Hampshire; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 2,900 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Keene State College, part of the University System of New Hampshire, seeks a part-time instructor to teach Comparative Genocide (HGS-374) for Spring 2027. All classes are in person; remote teaching is not available.

The course is 4 credits (Tue/Thu 12:00–1:45pm). Requirements: a Master's degree; terminal degree preferred and prior undergrad teaching experience. Compensation: $800 per credit, or $840 per credit for terminal degrees.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field.
• Terminal degree in related field; prior undergraduate teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and delivery course content for credit courses associated with Holocaust and Genocide Studies undergraduate degree and certificate programs
• Prepare lesson plans and course materials.
• Assess student learning.
• Assign grades
• Refer students to support resources across campus; respond to inquiries
• Provide support, mentorship, and supplemental instruction to students related to the course
• Abide with USNH and KSC policies; participate in appropriate departments/unit meetings

Skills

Teaching

Course design

Student assessment

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree

Terminal degree

Job description

The Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Keene State College is seeking qualified applicants to teach Comparative Genocide for the Spring 2027 semester. This is a part-time, non-benefited position. All courses will be taught in person. No applicants seeking to teach remotely will be considered.

Course Description:HGS-374ComparativeGenocide(4 Credits-Tuesday/Thursday, 12:00-1:45pm)

An analysis ofcomparativegenocidestudies, with a particular focus on placinggenocidewithin the broader category of mass atrocity crimes. Students critically analyze contested cases ofgenocidein the twentieth century. Course is structured around the responsibilities to prevent, react to, and rebuild aftergenocideand mass atrocity.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design and delivery course content for credit courses associated with Holocaust and Genocide Studies undergraduate degree and certificate programs

• Prepare lesson plans and course materials.

• Assess student learning.

• Assign grades

• Refer students to support resources across campus; respond to inquiries

• Provide support, mentorship, and supplemental instruction to students related to the course

• Abide with USNH and KSC policies; participate in appropriate departments/unit meetings

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Master's degree in related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal degree in related field; prior successful undergraduate teaching experience.

Compensation Pay Range

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

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

Salary Grade

Period Activity

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.