Head of Sports Science – Data-Driven Performance

Easts Group; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 180 000 - 280 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Sydney Roosters are seeking a highly analytical Head of Sports Science to lead athlete tracking, fatigue profiling, and applied performance data protocols at our Moore Park facility.

Reporting to the Head of Performance, you will bridge data infrastructure and the training field, ensuring clean data feeds and translating metrics into actionable insights for staff to optimize player readiness and squad availability.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Sports Science or related field (Master’s/PhD highly regarded).
• ESSA Accredited Sports Scientist (Level 1 or 2).
• 5+ years in sports science or high-performance data role.
• Experience with elite sporting environments (NRL, AFL, Super Rugby, etc.).

Responsabilités

• Translate performance metrics into data solutions and visualizations.
• Oversee real-time GPS/GNSS tracking and manage workloads.
• Lead fatigue and readiness profiling using HRV, sleep, and wellness logs.
• Produce high-impact visual briefings for coaches and staff.
• Support return-to-play frameworks with medical and rehab teams.

Connaissances

Data manipulation

Statistical workflows

Communication

Athlete performance profiling

Formation

Master’s or PhD in Sports Science

ESSA Accredited Sports Scientist (Level 1 or 2)

Outils

Catapult

VALD

Athlete Management System (AMS)

Description du poste

The Sydney Roosters are seeking a highly analytical Head of Sports Science to lead athlete tracking, fatigue profiling, and applied performance data protocols at our Moore Park facility.

Reporting to the Head of Performance, you will bridge data infrastructure and the training field, ensuring clean data feeds and translating metrics into actionable insights for staff to optimize player readiness and squad availability.