Postdoc: AI-Driven Athlete Performance

Top 2 Percent Scientists; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in AI-Powered Athletics. This interdisciplinary role focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence and data-driven methods to enhance athlete performance, health, and research outcomes.

The successful candidate will work on projects utilizing UF’s comprehensive research databank on student-athletes — supporting scientific discovery and athletic excellence through data analysis, visualization, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Sports Science, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field.
• Strong communication and ability to work in interdisciplinary environments.
• Experience with human subject research and related ethics/regulatory approvals (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage, analyze, and utilize athletic data to improve team performance and athlete well-being.
• Develop and maintain tools for data curation, visualization, and AI-driven analysis.
• Collaborate with UF researchers and University Athletic Association (UAA) staff.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, NCAA, and UAA privacy and reporting regulations.
• Contribute to scientific publications, reports, and educational initiatives.

Skills

Python

Git/GitHub

AI/ML concepts

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Sports Science, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Streamlit

Job description

University of Florida invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in AI-Powered Athletics. This interdisciplinary role focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence and data-driven methods to enhance athlete performance, health, and research outcomes.

The successful candidate will work on projects utilizing UF’s comprehensive research databank on student-athletes — supporting scientific discovery and athletic excellence through data analysis, visualization, and collaboration with