Performance Science Analyst: Player Readiness & Rehab

New York Mets; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Mets are seeking a Performance Science Associate to support the delivery of performance science initiatives at the Complex – Low A levels, helping manage rehab and data‑driven decision making. The role collaborates with the Performance Science Manager to build an industry‑leading program, based in Port St.

Lucie during the regular season and spring training. Responsibilities include monitoring athletes, collecting and analyzing data, maintaining databases, and presenting findings to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Exercise Science or related field; CPR/First Aid certification required.
• 1+ year experience in collegiate or professional sports (internships count).
• Experience with high-performance athletes in competitive environments.
• Experience with athlete monitoring technologies and performance databases.
• Demonstrated ability to clean, analyze, visualize, and report data.
• Excellent communication with coaches, athletes, and staff.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally; ability to work unconventional hours.
• CPSS and/or CSCS certifications are assets.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement systems to maximize player readiness and performance.
• Coordinate with staff to execute athlete monitoring and testing protocols.
• Analyze data to inform coaching practices and decision making.
• Oversee data collection and testing with available technologies.
• Maintain databases and reporting structures for performance and coaching staff.
• Assist in athlete rehabilitation and reconditioning using objective information.
• Collaborate with Analytics to quantify performance and support player development.
• Present research on performance profiling, epidemiology, and wellness monitoring to staff.
• Develop solutions for on‑field performance deficits with Field Staff.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in applied performance science.
• Maintain professional credentials and certifications.

Skills

Data analysis

Athlete monitoring

Communication

Collaboration

R/Python

Visualization tools

Education

Undergraduate degree in Exercise Science/Physiology/Biomechanics/Kinesiology

Master’s or higher degree (asset)

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Force plates

Dynamometers/Load cells

Linear position transducers

Athlete management systems/databases

Tableau/Power BI

Python/R

Job description

The New York Mets are seeking a Performance Science Associate to support the delivery of performance science initiatives at the Complex – Low A levels, helping manage rehab and data‑driven decision making. The role collaborates with the Performance Science Manager to build an industry‑leading program, based in Port St.

Lucie during the regular season and spring training. Responsibilities include monitoring athletes, collecting and analyzing data, maintaining databases, and presenting findings to