Assistant Director of Sports Science

Assistant Director of Sports Science

Athletics Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26003736)

Reporting directly to the Director of Sports Science, the Assistant Director of Sports Science assists with the strategic direction and coordination of a comprehensive multi-disciplinary sport science/performance program within the University of Pittsburgh Intercollegiate Athletics Department. 

Job Summary

Assists with student-athlete performance assessment and monitoring. Collaborates to guide students' performance and health and collects and analyzes applicable tracking data. Assists with implementation of new technologies, equipment management, and inventory.

Essential Functions 

The Assistant Director of Sport Science supports the design, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based performance programs for Division I student-athletes. This role integrates data from athlete monitoring systems, wearable technology, and performance testing to optimize performance, reduce injury risk, and inform return-to-play decisions. The Assistant Director of Sport Science is essential in continuing the high level of support and care for our Athletic Department and will be vital for the upcoming competitive seasons this fall semester. This position will be involved in daily discussions with coaching staffs to inform decisions to increase competitive success across multiple teams. 

Physical Effort 

Assistant Director of Sports Science

Athletics Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26003736)

Reporting directly to the Director of Sports Science, the Assistant Director of Sports Science assists with the strategic direction and coordination of a comprehensive multi-disciplinary sport science/performance program within the University of Pittsburgh Intercollegiate Athletics Department. 

Job Summary

Assists with student-athlete performance assessment and monitoring. Collaborates to guide students' performance and health and collects and analyzes applicable tracking data. Assists with implementation of new technologies, equipment management, and inventory.

Essential Functions 

The Assistant Director of Sport Science supports the design, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based performance programs for Division I student-athletes. This role integrates data from athlete monitoring systems, wearable technology, and performance testing to optimize performance, reduce injury risk, and inform return-to-play decisions. The Assistant Director of Sport Science is essential in continuing the high level of support and care for our Athletic Department and will be vital for the upcoming competitive seasons this fall semester. This position will be involved in daily discussions with coaching staffs to inform decisions to increase competitive success across multiple teams. 

Physical Effort 

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. May need to lift equipment, mail, or supplies up to 50 pounds.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Sports Science Supervisor

Job Family Athletics

Job Sub-Family Athletics Administration

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?  Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Collegiate Athletics experience strongly preferred. An equivalent combination of work and high-level playing experience may be substituted at the discretion of the University.

Work Schedule Varies

Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered Yes

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents Not Applicable

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