Sports Scientist (Physiotherapist)

SINGAPORE SPORTS SCHOOL LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports institution in Singapore seeks a sports physiotherapist to support youth footballers. You will provide physiotherapy services, support injury prevention, and assist with player development plans. The ideal candidate holds a recognized degree in Physiotherapy and has experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. A passion for football is essential. This role offers a chance to contribute to the growth of football in the community.

Qualifications

• A diploma/degree in Physiotherapy recognised in Singapore.
• At least 2 years of experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
• Passion for football and active involvement in the sport.

Responsibilities

• Provide sport physiotherapy support to youth footballers.
• Coordinate injury prevention and rehabilitation programs.
• Assist players with their individual development plans.

Skills

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Football knowledge

Education

Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy

Postgraduate qualifications in Sport Physiotherapy

Job description

About Unleash The Roar!

Unleash The Roar! (UTR!) is about building the Singapore football ecosystem that will serve to inspire and unite the nation. Co‑led by Sport Singapore (SportSG) and the Football Association of Singapore (FAS), it is about the journey that will establish football as a sport with high participation, high performance regionally and internationally, and an economically viable professional career. Through the School Football Academies (SFA), ActiveSG Football Academies (AFA) and National Development Centres (NDC) around Singapore, the aim is to produce a cohort of players with a holistic development and solid foundation of physical, technical, tactical and mental skills, each of whom is primed to maximize his/her individual potential.

Placed within the UTR!team, you will be part of a dynamic team of coaches and sport scientists responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive program that is in line with the Singapore National Football Curriculum and Philosophy.

In this role, you shall:

• Provide progressive, pro‑active and evidence‑based sport physiotherapy support to youth footballers and coaches.
• Work collaboratively with the fitness coaches and other sport science staff on the overall physical preparation, injury prevention and rehabilitation programs.
• Develop and implement injury‑prevention and monitoring programmes such as football‑specific musculoskeletal screening.
• Assist players with their individual development plans by providing frequent reports on their physical status and progress.
• Coordinate and provide physiotherapy coverage (local and overseas).
• Coordinate and manage sport medicine and first‑aid related issues.
• Provide continuous education courses for coaches.

Requirements

• A diploma/degree in Physiotherapy recognised by the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) Singapore.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Sport Physiotherapy or equivalent (desirable).
• At least 2 years of experience in the provision of musculoskeletal physiotherapy services.
• Ability to work as part of a transdisciplinary team.
• Strength & conditioning professional certification (desirable).
• Passion for football with active involvement either as a coach, participant or volunteer.
• First Aid and CPR/AED certified.
• Good interpersonal, oral and written (English) communication skills.
• Up‑to‑date with ongoing football science and medicine research.