Applied Sports Science Associate- Strength & Conditioning | SAI

National Institute for Smart Government (NISG); New Delhi; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institute for Smart Government (NISG) is seeking an Applied Sports Science Associate (ASSA) to assist in planning individualized strength and conditioning programmes for athletes within our sports science framework. The role involves fitness testing, workload monitoring, and collaboration with physiotherapists and coaches to optimise performance.

The candidate should have a degree in Sports/Exercise Science with S&C certification, and preferably a PG Diploma in Strength & Conditioning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports & Exercise Science or related field with recognized accreditation.
• S&C certification/specialization.
• PG Diploma in Strength & Conditioning from NSNIS, Patiala, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing individualized strength and conditioning programmes based on athlete requirements and performance goals.
• Assist in conducting fitness testing and assessing athletes' strength, power, speed, endurance, mobility, and other physical parameters.
• Monitor training workloads and maintain athlete training and performance records.
• Support musculoskeletal screening to identify physical limitations, movement deficiencies, and injury-risk factors.
• Assist in designing and implementing injury-prevention strategies and corrective exercise programmes.
• Coordinate with physiotherapists and other sports science disciplines to support athlete recovery and rehabilitation.
• Assist in return-to-performance programmes following injury in coordination with the sports science team.
• Monitor athlete responses and adaptations to training and provide feedback to coaches and sports science professionals.
• Maintain records of training sessions, fitness assessments, workload data, and athlete progress.

Skills

Strength & Conditioning

Fitness Assessment

Training Programme Design

Workload Monitoring

Musculoskeletal Screening

Injury Prevention

Recovery & Return-to-Performance

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

Bachelor/Master in Sports & Exercise Science

S&C Certification

PG Diploma in Strength & Conditioning (NSNIS)

Job description

Applied Sports Science Associate (ASSA) Strength & Conditioning

Role & responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing individualized strength and conditioning programmes based on athlete requirements and performance goals.
• Assist in conducting fitness testing and assessing athletes strength, power, speed, endurance, mobility, and other relevant physical parameters.
• Monitor training workloads and maintain athlete training and performance records.
• Support musculoskeletal screening to identify physical limitations, movement deficiencies, and potential injury-risk factors.
• Assist in designing and implementing injury-prevention strategies and corrective exercise programmes.
• Coordinate with physiotherapists and other sports science disciplines to support athlete recovery and rehabilitation.
• Assist in return-to-performance programmes following injury, in coordination with the multidisciplinary sports science team.
• Monitor athlete responses and adaptations to training and provide relevant feedback to coaches and sports science professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of training sessions, fitness assessments, workload data, and athlete progress.

Preferred candidate profile

Experience

• 04 years of relevant professional experience.
• Relevant experience in strength and conditioning, athlete fitness assessment, and training programme implementation.
• Experience in planning and implementing individualized strength and conditioning programmes.
• Knowledge of fitness testing, workload monitoring, and musculoskeletal screening techniques.
• Understanding of injury prevention, recovery, and return-to-performance protocols.
• Experience working collaboratively with physiotherapists, sports scientists, coaches, and other multidisciplinary support staff would be desirable

Educational Qualification

Mandatory:

• Bachelors/Master’s Degree in Sports & Exercise Science, Sports Science, Sports Coaching & Exercise Science, Physical Education, Diploma in Sports Coaching, or Physiotherapy from a recognized University/Institution.
• Relevant Strength & Conditioning (S&C) certification/specialization.
• OR PG Diploma in Strength & Conditioning from NSNIS, Patiala.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles, fitness testing, workload monitoring, and musculoskeletal screening.
• Understanding of injury prevention, recovery, and return-to-performance practices.