Part-Time Design & Engineering Adjunct Faculty

University System of New Hampshire; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Keene State College, part of the University System of New Hampshire, seeks three part-time adjunct faculty for the Sustainable Product Design & Innovation (SPDI) program. Instructors may teach across product design, CAD, materials, prototyping, and lifecycle thinking.

Courses vary by needs and expertise, and may include lecture, studio, lab, and project work. Responsibilities include preparation and delivery, timely assessment, and coordination with SPDI faculty to ensure continuity.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in product design, industrial design, mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, engineering technology, materials science, sustainability, or related field; OR bachelor's plus substantial professional experience.
• Ability to support undergraduate learning and demonstrate subject-matter competence.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and Course Delivery (70%): Prepare and teach assigned course(s); deliver hands-on instruction; manage studio, lab, and project activities.
• Student Learning and Assessment (20%): Evaluate student work, provide feedback, and maintain records.
• Program Coordination, Safety, and Stewardship (10%): Coordinate with SPDI faculty; follow safety procedures; support equipment use.

Skills

SPDI knowledge

CAD proficiency

Prototyping

Lab safety

Undergraduate teaching

Education

Master's degree (design or engineering)

Tools

SolidWorks

CNC/CAM

Additive manufacturing

Materials knowledge

Job description

Keene State College, part of the University System of New Hampshire, seeks three part-time adjunct faculty for the Sustainable Product Design & Innovation (SPDI) program. Instructors may teach across product design, CAD, materials, prototyping, and lifecycle thinking.

Courses vary by needs and expertise, and may include lecture, studio, lab, and project work. Responsibilities include preparation and delivery, timely assessment, and coordination with SPDI faculty to ensure continuity.