Team Operations - Head of Sports Science

TITLE:  Head of Sports Science

DEPARTMENT:  Team Operations

REPORTS TO:  Director of Health & Performance

FLSA:  Full-time, Salary, Exempt

WHAT SETS YOU APART

The Sport Scientist utilizes player health and performance data with the goal of supporting player health and safety and improving performance on the field. The Sport Scientist will leverage knowledge within the sport science, data science, and data visualization fields to facilitate conversations, create insights and develop programming for players in the performance, injury prevention, medical, and return to play areas.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: collect and present data pertaining to player health and performance, conduct testing if certified/licensed to perform, manage, and integrate performance and medical datasets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

• Manage all incoming sports science data streams
• Manage all in-training/game tracking and other data streams, and develop reporting structures around data collection
• Collaborate with the Strength and Conditioning Coach in the designing and administering of individualized pre-training activation protocols and in-season strength training sessions.
• Educate and counsel players regarding strategies to improve performance as educated
• Manage, design, and implement weight room physical testing protocols as educated
• Evaluate player performance through performance testing, workload monitoring, and other team-specific metrics as educated
• Design, modify and apply assessment protocols and methods to analyze the demands of the sport and the capabilities of the MLS Players
• Provide feedback to players and staff regarding all sports science data collected
• Collaborate with the Strength and Conditioning and the rest of the department members to perform activation/regeneration sessions as needed
• Support the Strength and Conditioning with performing all on-field warmups for team training sessions when required
• Support the Strength and Conditioning and/or Medical Staff with end-stage rehab sessions when required
• Maintain the appearance and organization of equipment in the weight facility, as well as educate and enforce weight room rule
• Attend team/staff meetings
• Participate in activities/meetings/programs as required by MLS
• Comply with all MLS Medical Manual and policies and procedures
• Document in the League Electronic Medical Record system
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

It’s never just a job at Orlando City SC. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe soccer. We believe each role is as unique as the person who does it. To join our team, you will also possess these qualifications:

• Master’s or doctorate degree in the areas of sports science, psychology, or closely related field
• Experience in Power BI and its related tools is highly preferred.
• Applied elite soccer experience, particularly in the elite soccer space.
• A broad understanding of sports medicine, strength and conditioning, nutrition, and mental performance
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and lead
• Experience working with professional football club
• Successful completion of pre-employment comprehensive background check  
• The ability to attain and maintain Safesport certification
• Ability to non-traditional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed