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Position Title: Sports Scientist

Organisation: Castleford Tigers

Department: Performance

Accountable to: Head of Performance

Contract Type: Full Time (2 Year Fixed Term)

Closing Date: 27th October 2024

Salary: Competitive/ Depending on Experience 

To provide Sport Science support for Castleford Tigers First Team performance department.

• BSc (Hons) Sport Science / Strength & Conditioning or equivalent degree. Master’s degree preferred.

• Excellent working knowledge of GPS technology (Catapult) and the relevant processing and reporting systems.

• Highly organised and efficient in delivering accurate and well-presented GPS training and game reports.

• Ability to understand and interpret training and playing load management strategies.

• Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a demanding environment.

• Excellent computer literacy skills.

• Ability to interpret and communicate effectively (in written, oral or presentation formats)

• Driving Licence

• Produce GPS training and match reports in a timely and well-presented manner according to the requirements of the Head of Performance

• Provide live ‘in training’ GPS feedback to performance and medical staff

• Provide medical department with loading and intensity guidance during return to play

  process for injured players

• Manage loan and reserve players training and game GPS collection and reporting

• Ensure the upkeep of GPS units and all technology associated with the reporting and arrange for repair where required.

• Ensure the accuracy and up-keep of training and game data on the relevant management systems.

• Use initiative and insight on GPS technology, the management systems and knowledge of the science of fatigue and training load management to continue to strive to improve the monitoring, recovery and training processes.

• Assist in the delivery and monitoring of testing and daily screening of players using VALD products.

• Collect and present daily performance department data, including, but not limited to, monitoring, readiness / wellness and gym performance data.

• Assist in aspects of pitch training preparation and support such as assigning GPS units, running water on the field and recording the training time.

• Carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Please send an up-to-date CV showing your experience and qualifications and a 1-page cover letter explaining why you are a suitable candidate for this role to Head of Performance Adam Whitney at adamwhitney@castigers.com

Successful short-listed applicants will be invited to interview after the closing date. Start date for successful applicant will be 1st November 2024