Chief of Sports Science & Performance Analytics

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance bonuses

Professional development & conferences

Cutting-edge sport science equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Sports Science & Performance Analytics in Port Elizabeth to guide the club's sports science agenda, analytics, and performance optimization. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with coaches, and apply advanced data insights to elevate athlete performance and well-being.

The role demands a deep grounding in exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, injury prevention, and cutting-edge analytics, with a strong track record in professional sport

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Data Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years in a sports science or performance analysis role at professional or elite level.
• Proven leadership of a team of sports science and performance staff.
• Expertise in data analytics software and performance monitoring technologies.
• Strong understanding of physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, and injury management for athletes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex data into practical insights for coaches and athletes.
• Experience in South African sports environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sports science strategy to maximize athlete performance, health, and longevity.
• Oversee collection, analysis, and interpretation of performance data from GPS, HR monitors, video, etc.
• Integrate sports science into daily training, recovery, and nutrition programs in Port Elizabeth.
• Collaborate with coaching staff to provide data-driven insights for player development and tactics.
• Lead and mentor a team of sports scientists, performance analysts, and athletic trainers.
• Stay abreast of latest advances in sports science, performance tech and analytics.
• Develop robust injury prevention and rehabilitation protocols.
• Manage sports science budget and technology investments.
• Communicate findings clearly to coaching staff, management, and athletes across the Eastern Cape.

Skills

Team leadership

Data analytics

Sports science

Communication

Problem solving

Travel flexibility

Education

Master's or PhD in Sports Science/related field

Tools

GPS analytics tools

Heart rate monitors

Video analysis systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Sports Science & Performance Analytics in Port Elizabeth to guide the club's sports science agenda, analytics, and performance optimization. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with coaches, and apply advanced data insights to elevate athlete performance and well-being.

The role demands a deep grounding in exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, injury prevention, and cutting-edge analytics, with a strong track record in professional sport