Director, High-Performance Innovation & Science

AusCycling SA; Canberra; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Training allowances

Professional development calendar

Generous 15.4% superannuation

Onsite parking

Job summary

Australian Sports Commission (ASC) invites applications for a senior leadership role within the HP Innovation & Leading Practice team. Lead multidisciplinary sport science practitioners across Canberra and national networks, delivering integrated performance solutions to national sporting organisations.

You will diagnose complex performance challenges, translate science into practical strategies, and communicate clearly to executives and teams while shaping strategic direction and resources.

Qualifications

• PhD in Sport Science or equivalent.
• World-leading expertise in high performance environments.
• Senior-level experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong network in international high performance sport.

Skills

Senior leadership

Multidisciplinary teams

High performance networks

Performance diagnosis

Executive communication

Financial management

Strategic planning

Science communication

Education

PhD in Sport Science

Job description

Australian Sports Commission (ASC) invites applications for a senior leadership role within the HP Innovation & Leading Practice team. Lead multidisciplinary sport science practitioners across Canberra and national networks, delivering integrated performance solutions to national sporting organisations.

You will diagnose complex performance challenges, translate science into practical strategies, and communicate clearly to executives and teams while shaping strategic direction and resources.