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University of Louisville Temporary Sport Science Fellow in Louisville, Kentucky
Minimum Requirements:Three years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. Documented experience using various sport science technologies and CPR/AED Certification.Position Description:The University of Louisville Athletic Department seeks Sport Science Fellowcandidates to support the management and implementation of various sport science technologies, in addition to providing sport science services to assigned sports. This is a temporary assignment that will provide hands on experience for an emerging sport scientist. Length of assignment will be determined by the Sport Science Coordinator up to but not to exceed 6-months.Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology, Health and Human Performance (Exercise Science) or related field.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESCollect and manage athlete health and performance data using relevant technologies.Train and onboard health and performance staff with newly acquired technologies.Fulfill assigned projects and initiatives related to the fellowship.Participate in health and performance team meetings for assigned sports.Contribute to the maintenance of databases and reporting systems.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s Degree in Sports and Exercise Science or related field.Five (5) years of related work experience.Experience with athletic testing, data analysis, and performance tracking.Previous experience writing research manuscripts as a graduate student, research assistant, etc.Strong desire to pursue a sport science career in collegiate or professional sport.Excellent time management, communication, and leadership skillsAbility to work well in a collaborative environment.The Athletic Department is committed to creating equitable and inclusive campus environments that accelerate the success of the full range of our students and employees. We believe that employees who feel valued and respected will create policies, programs, practices, research agendas, and services to effectively meet the needs and exceed the expectations of the increasingly diverse student populations we admit and hope to serve.The Athletic Department encourages candidates to apply who have demonstrated capacity to create inclusive work environments, will work effectively on increasingly diverse teams, and will serve the increasingly diverse students we admit and want to attract.Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502.852.6258.Assistance and AccommodationsComputers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.
