Remote High-Performance Sports Scientist

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a High Performance Sports Scientist to join our elite team in Queenstown. You will design and implement evidence-based training and testing protocols to enhance athletic performance across disciplines, collaborating with coaches and medical staff.

The role requires a strong scientific background, expertise in data analysis, and a passion for peak conditioning in a high-performance environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, or related field.
• 5+ years in high-performance sport with a track record of contributing to athlete success.
• Expertise in designing strength and conditioning programs for elite athletes.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (R, Python, SPSS) and sports analytics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physiological, biomechanical, and performance assessments of elite athletes.
• Design and implement individualized and team-based training programs.
• Utilize GPS, HRV, force plates to monitor load, fatigue and recovery.
• Analyze performance data and provide actionable insights to coaches and athletes.
• Develop and manage periodization strategies for optimal training and peaking.

Skills

Data analysis

Strength training

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Sports Science

Tools

R

Python

SPSS

GPS/HRV platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a High Performance Sports Scientist to join our elite team in Queenstown. You will design and implement evidence-based training and testing protocols to enhance athletic performance across disciplines, collaborating with coaches and medical staff.

The role requires a strong scientific background, expertise in data analysis, and a passion for peak conditioning in a high-performance environment.