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Sports Management Professor Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

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How much do sports management professor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for sports management professor in Iowa is $75,195.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,400.00 and $85,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sports Management Professor vs Sports Management Coach?

AspectSports Management ProfessorSports Management Coach
Required CredentialsMaster's or Ph.D. in Sports Management or related fieldExperience in coaching, often certifications in coaching or sports science
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, academic settingsSports teams, training facilities, athletic programs
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, sports academiaSports teams, athletic organizations
Common Search & ComparisonAcademic careers, teaching sports managementTeam performance, coaching strategies

While both roles focus on sports, a Sports Management Professor primarily teaches and researches sports management topics in academic settings, requiring advanced degrees. In contrast, a Sports Management Coach applies practical skills to train and lead sports teams, often requiring coaching certifications and hands-on experience. The two careers differ in environment, credentials, and daily responsibilities but are connected through the broader sports industry.

Infographic showing various Sports Management Professor job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,195 per year, or $36.2 per hour.

Assistant Professor of Sport Management

Loras College

Dubuque, IA • On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY.

Loras College announces a full-time, tenure track, position in Sport Management, housed within the Francis J. Noonan School of Business. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching a range of courses for the undergraduate major. Candidates could teach a variety of courses including introduction to sport management, sport governance, sport and society, sport law, and sport marketing, as well as courses in his or her specialty. Candidates should also demonstrate a willingness to teach in the general education curriculum at Loras, provide academic advising to students, and supervise undergraduate research.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.

An earned Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Sport Management or a related field is highly desirable. Candidates with a master's degree and at least 3 years of relevant sport industry experience will be considered. Demonstrated excellence in teaching is preferred. The ability to demonstrate knowledge of and a willingness to communicate current trends in the field to students and a variety of other constituencies is also highly desirable. Candidates will be expected to support the mission of the College and respect the College's Catholic tradition.

COMPENSATION.

Commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience. Fringe benefits include medical/dental/life/disability insurance, flexible spending plan, TIAA retirement plan, tuition remission program, family membership in Graber Sports Center/San Jose Pool, free admission to many college events, and free off-street parking.

NOONAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, ENGINEERING & INNOVATION.

The Francis J. Noonan School of Business consists of twenty-seven full-time faculty members and offers majors in a number of business areas in addition to Sport Management including Accounting, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Finance, Marketing, and Public Relations & Strategic Communication.

THE COLLEGE.

Founded in 1839, Loras College is a Catholic, primarily undergraduate, liberal arts institution that includes pre-professional and career preparation programs, as well as several graduate programs. The Loras College community embraces the core values of truth, respect, responsibility, excellence, and service that define the way we work, behave, and relate with others. These values align with our college mission: Loras, as a Catholic liberal arts college, creates a community of active learners, reflective thinkers, ethical decision-makers, and responsible contributors in diverse professional, social and religious roles. The student body consists of approximately 1,200 students, over 90 percent of whom are full-time undergraduates. The college is a wireless, laptop campus and there will be opportunities for developing technology-rich, interdisciplinary courses for the general education curriculum.

Given that the College is a diocesan Catholic college, employees will carry out the functions of this position in support of the College's Catholic Identity, mission and in support of Church teachings.

THE COMMUNITY.

Loras College's 60-acre campus is located on one of Dubuque's highest bluffs, overlooking the Mississippi River at the junction of the states of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin, about 3 hours west of Chicago. Dubuque's population is approximately 60,000 and its nineteenth-century architecture is woven into limestone bluffs and provides a picturesque backdrop to the river landscape. Many residential and commercial areas have been designated as historical districts to preserve Dubuque's unique heritage. Its strong education base supports numerous cultural activities, and in addition, there are sporting events, shopping facilities, schools, and churches that are convenient to its residents. The climate has marked seasons with a comfortable summer, cool spring and fall, and a winter that encourages a variety of sports that have in recent years attracted a growing tourism industry.

APPLICATION DEADLINE.

The review of applications begins immediately and continues until September 30, 2026. For more information contact the Sport Management Search Committee Chair, Dr. Eric Eller , eric.eller@loras.edu (563) 588-7216.

Loras College is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an educational and work environment that is inclusive, rich in diversity, and supportive of all students, faculty, and staff. Please visit www.loras.edu for additional information about Loras College.

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