Director, High-Performance Innovation & Science

Australian Sports Commission

Canberra

On-site

AUD 160,000 - 195,000

Full time

41 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements
Training allowances
L&D calendar access
Generous superannuation
Staff discounts
Clearinghouse access
Free onsite parking
Onsite facilities
Childcare priority

Job summary

Australian Sports Commission in Canberra seeks a Director, HP Innovation & Science to lead a multidisciplinary team turning sport science and technology into practical performance advantages for Australian athletes. You will shape programs across physiology, biomechanics, recovery, sleep and environmental performance while leveraging AIS facilities.

You will identify opportunities, translate complex insights into actionable solutions, and drive strategic development to strengthen Australia’s

Qualifications

  • PhD in Sport Science or equivalent relevant to physiology, biomechanics or related discipline.
  • World‑leading expertise with strong international high‑performance networks.
  • Demonstrated track record of innovation in high performance environments.
  • Senior‑level experience leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a highly specialised multidisciplinary team delivering sport science, technology and ideas into practical performance advantages.
  • Shape programs across physiology, biomechanics, recovery, sleep and environmental performance using AIS facilities.
  • Identify opportunities, translate insights into practical solutions and build competitive advantage through to Brisbane 2032.

Skills

Leadership
Strategic thinking
Communication
Stakeholder management
High-performance sport
Financial management
Project management
Collaboration

Education

PhD in Sport Science or equivalent

Job description

Australian Sports Commission in Canberra seeks a Director, HP Innovation & Science to lead a multidisciplinary team turning sport science and technology into practical performance advantages for Australian athletes. You will shape programs across physiology, biomechanics, recovery, sleep and environmental performance while leveraging AIS facilities.

You will identify opportunities, translate complex insights into actionable solutions, and drive strategic development to strengthen Australia’s

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