Football Performance Applied Science Coordinator

The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is accepting applications for the position of Football Performance Applied Science Coordinator. Reporting to the Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach, this role supports data and analytics needs of the Football Program and the Football Strength and Conditioning team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Help build Head Coach’s program vision.
• Coordinate logistical implementation of all applied science initiatives and related duties for the football program, and perform all other duties as assigned.

• Catapult Coordinator

  • Logistics (prep work, set up/breakdown, data collection)
  • Live tracking during practices and training
  • Daily analysis reports
  • In-depth analysis projects (trends, programming, etc.)
  • Work with Sports Medicine/Strength & Conditioning on return-to-play player tracking

• NordBord, ForceDecks, Perch, and SmartSpeed Coordinator

The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is accepting applications for the position of Football Performance Applied Science Coordinator. Reporting to the Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach, this role supports data and analytics needs of the Football Program and the Football Strength and Conditioning team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Help build Head Coach’s program vision.
• Coordinate logistical implementation of all applied science initiatives and related duties for the football program, and perform all other duties as assigned.

• Catapult Coordinator

  • Logistics (prep work, set up/breakdown, data collection)
  • Live tracking during practices and training
  • Daily analysis reports
  • In-depth analysis projects (trends, programming, etc.)
  • Work with Sports Medicine/Strength & Conditioning on return-to-play player tracking

• NordBord, ForceDecks, Perch, and SmartSpeed Coordinator

  • Logistics (prep work, set up/breakdown, data collection)
  • Analysis reports

• Coordinate athlete management system data integration.

• Collaborate with performance staff (strength & conditioning, sports medicine, nutrition) on recovery modalities and applied science projects.

• Assist with tracking and analyzing strength & conditioning training data.

• Attend team meetings, S&C staff meetings, performance team meetings, and other meetings as assigned.

• Practice: coordinate Catapult, coordinate QB data collection, and other duties as assigned.

• Gameday: coordinate Catapult and other duties as assigned.

• Assist with all aspects of facility enhancement & maintenance (recruit ready at all times).

• Stay up to date on performance/applied science research and trends. Pursue development in performance/applied science/analytics.

• Continually help grow and develop the Strength & Conditioning department to be the model department within the model college football program.

• May assist with on-field football technical and tactical coaching.

• Adhere to Staff Expectations of Head Football Coach and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach.

• Other duties as assigned by Head Football Coach and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach.

• Empower our players to live from the HEART.

• Follow all rules of University of Virginia, Virginia Football, NCAA, ACC, and CSC.

• Assist in promoting an atmosphere of compliance. Get approvals from the Compliance Staff before acting to ensure actions are consistent with NCAA and ACC rules.

About the Position:

The anticipated hiring range is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The selected candidate will pass a background check. This position will not sponsor applications for immigration now or in the future. This is a full-time position with UVa benefits. Employees benefits package highlights include:

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off

• Parental and Community Service Leave

• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs available immediately

• Retirement benefits

• Tuition and professional development benefits after the first six months of employment

• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.

To Apply:

Please do not forward any applicant materials directly to staff of the Department of Athletics, as only applications received through this system will be considered. This position is open until filled, and the priority deadline for applications is January 2, 2026.

Please apply through through the UVA job board, search for R0078973 and complete an application online. Requested application materials include a letter of interest or cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration. For information regarding the position or the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.

Physical Demands:

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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