Remote Performance Analyst: Elite Athletics Insights

Placements24

Soweto

Hybrid

ZAR 420,000 - 600,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Elite athletes exposure

Access to analytics tools

Professional development resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical and data-driven Remote Performance Analyst specializing in Athletics to join a globally distributed team. This fully remote role requires expertise in sports science, biomechanics, and data analytics to deliver actionable insights for peak athletic performance.

You will interpret complex datasets, identify trends, and develop evidence-based strategies with coaches and athletes across disciplines.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field related to sports science or analytics.
Proven experience as a performance analyst in professional or elite athletics preferred.
Proficiency with data analysis software (R, Python, SPSS) and visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
Strong grasp of physiological and biomechanical principles as they relate to sports performance.
Ability to work independently in a remote, distributed team environment.

Responsibilities

Collect, process, and analyze performance data from athletes using tracking technologies.
Develop and maintain dashboards for coaches and athletes.
Identify KPIs and trends affecting athletic outcomes.
Provide data-driven recommendations for training, strategy, and injury prevention.
Create reports and presentations to communicate findings clearly.
Stay updated on the latest sports science analytics tools and research.