Sports Scientist II
Description
- Manages regular data collection processes, ensures accuracy in data, and performs initial data analysis.
- Maintains standard operating procedures for routine testing protocols.
- Leads product deployments, ensuring devices are correctly calibrated and functioning in various sports settings.
- Leads smaller research initiatives or parts of larger projects to innovate and improve product offerings.
- Leads workshops for customers to ensure optimal use of product technology.
- Performs other related duties and projects as business needs require at the direction of management.
- You have a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Physiology, Biomechanics, or related field.
- You have a minimum three (3) years of experience in sports science, particularly with wearable technology in an applied setting.
- You have experience and interest in sport and performance through own experience, coaching, and/or supporting athletes.
- You have presented research project findings at an industry or academic meeting or conference.
- You have familiarity with at least one programming language (Python, R, or MATLAB).
- You have knowledge of statistical tests (t-test, correlation, effect size) and can report data and effects for reports.
- You have knowledge of basic signal processing techniques (e.g., noise reduction, filtering).
- You have the ability to assess data using basic functions (e.g., filtering, grouping) and handle simple data cleaning tasks.
- You have the ability to assess data critically, challenge assumptions, and propose evidence-based solutions for performance and health improvements.
- A Master’s degree in Sports Science, Physiology, Biomechanics, or related field.
- Experience working for, or with, academy or professional level athletes.
- Evidence of a commitment to professional development through additional certification, applied research, or volunteer activities (e.g., Strength & Conditioning qualifications, research project or publications, roles with academy or professional teams).
ABOUT US
ORB Innovations is a London-based startup making waves in the world of contact and combat sports. With a passion for innovation, ORB makes Smart Mouthguards that protect athletes teeth AND track their fitness, performance and wellness, providing valuable data to help them train smarter and push further... What's a Smart Mouthguard? Imagine a Fitbit, in a mouthguard!
ORB's products are the first and only of their kind, from heart-pumping beats to head-turning impacts, we've got these athletes covered with a wearable that's tailored to their sport.
Founded in 2017, ORB has spent over 5 years tirelessly working to bring this groundbreaking technology to market. Now, as ORB expands its team, join us in bringing the future of sports technology to athletes everywhere.
THE INTERVIEW PROCESS
Our process involves three stages:
- Resume Review & Short List.
- Initial Call (Depending on the role, a take home task may also be requested).
- Final Interview.
Our average process takes approximately 2-3 weeks, but we always work around your availability.
You will have the chance to speak to our recruitment team at various points during your process but if you do have any specific questions or want to talk through reasonable adjustments ahead of or during your application, please contact us at [email protected].
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
We're a hardware enabled sports analytics startup with an expanding passionate team, collaborating and creating extraordinary physical & digital products that have the potential to make a significant difference to our customers lives. If you love sports and technology, this is where the two meet!
There are loads of ways we help ORB-ians do the best work. We often review and enhance our benefits, but here's a brief overview of what we offer right now. If you'd like more information on any of them, just ask!
You can see a full list of employee benefits at https://orbsport.com/pages/careers.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
We are actively creating an equitable environment for every ORB-ian to thrive.
One of our priorities is to promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring that we provide ample support for all our employees to grow within the company. Embracing diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment are essential to our ethos.
As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all applicants for employment without any bias based on ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity status, or disability status.