The Sustainable Product Design and Innovation (SPDI) program at Keene State College seeks an engaging adjunct faculty member to teach Electricity & Electronic Fundamentals (SPDI-110) in our well-equipped labs for the Spring 2023 semester. This is a part-time, non-benefitted position.

Course Description: SPDI-110 Elect & Electronic Fund (4 Credits)

An introductory course which examines topics from magnetism and electricity to electronics and microcomputers. A hands-on, experiential learning environment is used to stimulate creativity and understanding of electronics in today’s society.

Topics include Basic Concepts of electricity, Reading Schematics, Ohm’s law: Voltage, Current, Power and Resistance, Electrical Safety, Scientific and Engineering Notation, resistor color codes, Series and parallel circuits, Divider Circuits, Batteries and power systems, Conductors and insulators, Capacitors, Magnetism and Electromagnetism, Inductors, Basic AC Theory, Transformers, Relays, Motors, Diodes and rectifiers, Power Supplies, Electrostatic Discharge, Digital Logic, Ladder Logic, Integrated Circuits, Operational Amplifiers, and 555 Timer Circuits.

Our students come from diverse socio-economic and educational backgrounds, with a high percentage of first-generation college students. By the time Keene State College students complete their undergraduate experience they develop critical thinking, creative inquiry, intercultural competence, civic engagement, and commitments to well-being and to sustainability that will serve them as active citizens and lifelong learners. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who will support the College’s ongoing efforts to help students become responsible global citizens.

At Keene State College, we share a commitment to diversity, equity, and multiculturalism as key elements of academic excellence. We seek faculty with a desire to provide support, mentorship, and direction to prepare students to work within diverse communities. One of our aspirations is to develop social change agents with the knowledge, skills, and experience to compassionately engage with their future employers, peers, and those they serve from diverse backgrounds.

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field and 2 or more years of experience in product design and development, or manufacturing fields.

Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field; previous teaching experience; familiarity with or ability to use learning management systems and other technology for course delivery. Additionally, the College has identified desirable qualifications that support our commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse campus community including the ability to speak a second language or to bring a multicultural perspective to the campus.

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the college’s discretion.

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