Head of Sports Science - Elite Athlete Performance (Hybrid)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Generous annual leave

State-of-the-art facilities and gear

International conferences and research

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a visionary Lead Sports Performance Scientist to oversee scientific support for elite athletes, drive performance analytics, and shape world-class training methods. The role balances hands-on work with athletes and remote analysis, leading a team of scientists to maximize athletic potential.

The position requires a Ph.D. in a related field, 8+ years of experience with elite athletes, and strong leadership, communication, and data analysis skills.

Qualifikationen

• Ph.D. in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience with elite athletes or teams.
• Proven track record in leading and managing a professional sports science team.
• Expertise in performance testing methodologies and equipment.
• Proficiency in SPSS and R for statistical analysis and data visualization.
• Strong understanding of physiological and biomechanical principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Published research in peer-reviewed journals is advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Lead and manage the sports science department with strategic direction.
• Design and evaluate athlete testing protocols and monitoring systems.
• Conduct advanced physiological and biomechanical assessments.
• Interpret data and translate findings for coaches and athletes.
• Develop training interventions to enhance strength, power, endurance, and recovery.
• Mentor and supervise junior scientists and interns.
• Collaborate with medical staff, coaches, and nutritionists.
• Stay abreast of latest research and tech in sports science.
• Contribute to research projects and knowledge dissemination.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Advanced statistics

Communication

Team mentoring

Athlete performance analysis

Ausbildung

PhD in related field

Tools

SPSS

R

Data visualization tools

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a visionary Lead Sports Performance Scientist to oversee scientific support for elite athletes, drive performance analytics, and shape world-class training methods. The role balances hands-on work with athletes and remote analysis, leading a team of scientists to maximize athletic potential.

The position requires a Ph.D. in a related field, 8+ years of experience with elite athletes, and strong leadership, communication, and data analysis skills.