Assistant Professor of Sport Management

Loras College; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition remission

Graber Sports Center membership

Free admission to college events

Free parking

Job summary

Loras College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Sport Management position housed in the Francis J. Noonan School of Business. The ideal candidate will teach a range of courses including introduction to sport management, sport governance, sport and society, sport law, and sport marketing.

Responsibilities include teaching across the undergraduate major, advising students, and supervising undergraduate research; contribute to general education and professional service.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Sport Management or related field highly desirable.
• Master's degree with at least 3 years of relevant sport industry experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of undergraduate sport management courses.
• Contribute to general education curriculum.
• Provide academic advising to students.
• Supervise undergraduate research.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Sport Management or related field

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 , [e-mail] [phone].

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.