Applied Sports Science Associate- Physiology | SAI

National Institute for Smart Government (NISG); New Delhi; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institute for Smart Government (NISG) seeks an Applied Sports Science Associate (ASSA) in Physiology to assist in physiological assessments and exercise testing of athletes in Delhi. You will monitor parameters, interpret results, and support training-load monitoring with a multidisciplinary team.

The role involves developing individualized interventions, maintaining records, and contributing to research on exercise physiology and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Medical Physiology, Human Physiology or related field.
• OR PG Diploma in Exercise Physiology from NSNIS, Patiala.
• Experience in physiological assessment and athlete monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting physiological assessments and exercise testing of athletes.
• Monitor and record key physiological parameters to evaluate fitness and adaptation to training.
• Assist in interpreting assessment results to identify performance insights.
• Support training-load monitoring and analysis for optimized programmes.
• Develop individualized interventions with the sports science team.
• Maintain athlete assessment records, databases and monitoring reports.
• Support research related to exercise physiology and performance.
• Prepare reports, data summaries and insights for coaches and stakeholders.

Skills

Physiology assessment

Exercise testing

Data analysis

Training-load monitoring

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor/Master in Medical Physiology

PG Diploma in Exercise Physiology (NSNIS, Patiala)

Job description

Applied Sports Science Associate (ASSA) Physiology

Role & responsibilities

• Assist in conducting physiological assessments and exercise testing of athletes.
• Monitor and record key physiological parameters to evaluate athlete fitness, performance, and adaptation to training.
• Assist in interpreting physiological assessment and exercise-testing results to identify performance-related insights.
• Support training-load monitoring and analysis to assist in optimizing athlete training programmes.
• Assist in developing individualized, evidence-based interventions in coordination with the multidisciplinary sports science team.
• Maintain accurate athlete physiological assessment records, databases, and monitoring reports.
• Support research activities related to exercise physiology, athlete performance, recovery, and training adaptation.
• Prepare assessment reports, data summaries, presentations, and performance insights for coaches and relevant stakeholders.

Support the implementation and continuous improvement of physiological monitoring and performance-assessment protocols

Preferred candidate profile

Experience

• 04 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in physiological assessment and monitoring of athletes.
• Knowledge of exercise testing and interpretation of physiological parameters.
• Understanding of training-load monitoring and athlete performance assessment.
• Familiarity with data collection, analysis, and interpretation related to exercise physiology.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary sports science teams.

Educational Qualification

Mandatory

• Bachelors/ Master’s Degree in Medical Physiology, Human Physiology, Sports & Exercise Physiology, Life Sciences, or Biological Sciences from a recognized University/Institution.
• OR PG Diploma in Exercise Physiology from NSNIS, Patiala.

Desirable

• Knowledge of physiological assessment, exercise testing, and athlete monitoring.
• Familiarity with physiological data analysis and evidence-based sports performance practices.