Elite Academy Performance Scientist

Sheffield United PLC; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield United FC Academy seeks a Lead Academy Performance Scientist to provide high-quality applied performance science support across the Academy, focusing on the Professional Development Phase. You will integrate data, technologies and practice to inform decisions, maximise player availability and support long-term development.

The role involves data collection, analysis, and collaboration with coaching, medical and performance staff to translate information into action within an integrated

Qualifications

• BSc in Sports & Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning or related discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead collection, management and interpretation of performance data to provide insights that enhance development and availability.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

GPS data analysis

Statistics

Data interpretation

Insights communication

Athletic development

Organisational skills

Communication with players

Communication with coaches

Sports science support

R

Python

People management

Education

BSc in Sports & Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning or related discipline

FA Safeguarding Children certificate

FA First Aid (Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football)

Postgraduate degree in data analytics/management

DBS check

Experience in Academy

Tools

Catapult GPS

VALD

Job description

Sheffield United FC Academy seeks a Lead Academy Performance Scientist to provide high-quality applied performance science support across the Academy, focusing on the Professional Development Phase. You will integrate data, technologies and practice to inform decisions, maximise player availability and support long-term development.

The role involves data collection, analysis, and collaboration with coaching, medical and performance staff to translate information into action within an integrated