Safety and Occupational Health Applied Sciences (Tenure-Track) Faculty Position

Keene State College; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Keene State College is inviting applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Safety and Occupational Health starting August 2026. This full-time, on-site role in Keene, NH emphasizes creating an inclusive learning environment and integrating real-world applications into teaching.

Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in a relevant field, extensive collegiate teaching experience, and proven professional expertise in occupational safety. The position also involves curriculum development and mentoring a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of collegiate teaching experience.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in Occupational Safety and Health.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and potential graduate courses.
• Developing curriculum and managing laboratories.
• Engaging in scholarly activities and mentoring students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of OSHA standards

Mentoring diverse students

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field

Job description

Overview

Keene State College invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position in the Safety and Occupational Health Applied Sciences Department beginning August 2026. This full‑time, on‑site role is based in Keene, NH. The ideal candidate will create an inclusive, student‑centered learning environment, integrate real‑world applications into teaching, and contribute to curriculum development that reflects evolving industry practices.

Responsibilities

Teacher of undergraduate and potential graduate courses in various formats, including classroom, laboratory, and online. Core responsibilities include curriculum development, laboratory management, student advisement, and college service. Candidates should engage in scholarly activities, maintain professional development, participate in service activities for the program, department, and college, and mentor a diverse student body, including first‑generation college students. Promotion of critical thinking, problem solving, and civic engagement is essential.

Acceptable Minimum Qualifications for Associate Professor Rank

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of collegiate teaching experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Occupational Safety and Health, demonstrating hands‑on expertise in applying occupational safety and health principles in real‑world, non‑academic environments, or a minimum of 8 years of collegiate teaching experience in Construction Safety.
• BCSP, CSP, or CIH designation or the ability to obtain such a designation within 1 year of hire.
• Evidence of service and scholarship work that aligns with SOHAS Department Guidelines.

Acceptable Minimum Qualifications for Assistant Professor Rank

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, or a closely related field.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in construction safety, demonstrating hands‑on expertise in applying construction management and occupational safety and health principles in real‑world, non‑academic environments.
• A minimum of 1 year of teaching or training experience, which may include instruction at the high school, college, or workplace levels. This should include course development, delivery in traditional classroom settings, effective classroom or training environment management, student or trainee evaluation and assessment, and a commitment to continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices.
• Proficiency in core construction safety disciplines, including OSHA standards, OSH best practices, systems safety, construction plan interpretation, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and the implementation of safety management systems.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences, foster an inclusive learning or training environment, and contribute to the continuous improvement of safety within the construction industry.
• Candidates must currently maintain or must receive the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation within 3 years of hire.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Hold board‑certified designations or maintain professional engineer licensure.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge in HOP, Safety II, and SIFs, as well as Systems and Behavioral Sciences.
• Ability to communicate in a second language and/or bring a multicultural perspective to the College, enhancing efforts toward creating an environment that values diversity in thought, experience, and culture.

Applicant Instructions

Applicants should upload the following documents within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application: Resume/​CV, Cover Letter, and Contact Information for 3 Professional References.

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 its campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help 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.

Salary & Location

Salary Grade: Faculty 01

Location: Keene