Temporary Sports Science Fellow

Requisition Number:

71808

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

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Requisition Number:

71808

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Temporary Staff

Schedule:

Part-Time

Posting Close Date:

05-May-2026

Date Posted:

30-Apr-2026

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Job Summary

Athletics at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Sports Science Fellow! This role supports the delivery and development of applied sports science initiatives to promote optimal health, wellness, and performance of University of Colorado student-athletes. This position provides hands-on assistance with data collection and management, athlete testing and monitoring, and performance analysis while working closely with an integrated team of coaches and practitioners to implement evidence-based, data-informed practices.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

The Sports Science Intern will assist with setting up, maintaining, and breaking down performance monitoring equipment such as GPS units, heart rate monitors, and force plates. They will assist with collecting, organizing, and managing data related to athlete workload, recovery, readiness, and performance while integrating it into a centralized athlete management system. This Intern will work in a collaborative manner to develop reports and visualizations, connect with an interdisciplinary performance team, and ensure compliance with institutional data privacy standards.

What You Should Know

• This is a temporary, on-call position. Weekly hours will vary based on sport assignment and competitive season. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and team travel may occur.
• This role is on-site.

What We Can Offer

$19/Hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

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What We Require

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in a health or performance-related field, including physiology, kinesiology, health and wellness, sport science, nutrition, athletic training, exercise science, or related field.
• Strong interest in applied sports science, data analytics, or sports medicine.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

What You Will Need

• Proven communication skills and ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Proven ability to establish effective relationships with groups and individuals.
• Basic skills in data collection, analysis, and visualization.
• Self-motivated, organized, diligent, attentive to detail, and able to problem-solve.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Basic knowledge of GPS and performance technologies (e.g., Catapult, Kinexon, Polar, VALD, etc.).
• Experience using statistical programming languages and data visualization tools (e.g., R, Python, Power BI, etc.).
• Interest in working towards a professional certification such as CSCS, CPSS, etc.
• Experience in sports science at the Division 1 level with Football or Olympic Sports.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by 5/5/26 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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