Elite Performance Sports Scientist for Elite Athletes

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a High-Performance Sports Scientist in Vereeniging to enhance athletic performance across multiple disciplines. The role involves conducting physiological testing, designing periodized training programs, and monitoring loads with advanced tech.

You will work with coaches and medical staff to tailor evidence-based strategies for elite athletes. Applicants should have a Master’s or PhD in Sports Science, 5+ years with elite athletes, and strong data analysis, biomechanics,

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Sports Science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years with elite athletes.
• Expertise in physiological testing protocols and data interpretation.
• Experience with performance monitoring software and data analysis tools.
• Strong biomechanics and training principles knowledge.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience managing multiple athlete caseloads.
• Willingness to travel for competitions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physiological testing and performance analysis of elite athletes.
• Design and implement periodized training programs to optimize performance and prevent injury.
• Monitor training loads, recovery, and physiological responses using technology.
• Provide nutrition, hydration, recovery, and travel advice to athletes and coaches.
• Collaborate with coaches and medical staff for integrated athlete development.
• Utilize sports science software and databases for data management and reporting.
• Stay current with research and advancements in sports science.
• Educate athletes and coaches on key sports science principles.
• Assist in selecting performance monitoring tools and technologies.
• Contribute to strategic development of high-performance programs.

Skills

Sports physiology

Data analysis

Performance monitoring tools

Biomechanics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Athlete management

Ethical practice

Education

Master's/PhD in Sports Science

Tools

GPS systems

Heart rate monitors

Metabolic systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a High-Performance Sports Scientist in Vereeniging to enhance athletic performance across multiple disciplines. The role involves conducting physiological testing, designing periodized training programs, and monitoring loads with advanced tech.

You will work with coaches and medical staff to tailor evidence-based strategies for elite athletes. Applicants should have a Master’s or PhD in Sports Science, 5+ years with elite athletes, and strong data analysis, biomechanics,