Head of Sports Science & Medicine — Elite Performance

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 109,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Medical aid

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Head of Sports Science & Medicine for a premier sports institute in Upington, Northern Cape. You will lead a multidisciplinary team delivering cutting-edge performance support to optimize athlete health and performance, while shaping departmental strategy and ensuring ethical practice.

You will manage budgets, drive innovation, and collaborate with coaches and external partners to advance research and athlete development in elite sport.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, Sports Medicine, or closely related field.
• 8+ years in high-performance sport with leadership in sports science/medicine.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary performance teams and Budget management experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the Sports Science & Medicine department.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of sports scientists, physiotherapists, doctors, and support staff.
• Oversee services including strength and conditioning, physiology, nutrition, psychology, and injury prevention/management.
• Ensure evidence-based practice and ethical standards across activities.
• Collaborate with head coaches to integrate sport science into athlete development programs.
• Manage department budget, resources, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee research initiatives and adoption of new technologies/methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with national and international sports regulations and standards.
• Foster learning and collaboration within the team and with external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Team mentorship

Stakeholder influence

Research literacy

Education

PhD or MSc in Sports Science/related

Tools

Athlete monitoring systems

Performance analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Head of Sports Science & Medicine for a premier sports institute in Upington, Northern Cape. You will lead a multidisciplinary team delivering cutting-edge performance support to optimize athlete health and performance, while shaping departmental strategy and ensuring ethical practice.

You will manage budgets, drive innovation, and collaborate with coaches and external partners to advance research and athlete development in elite sport.