The Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) is on a bold journey towards Brisbane 2032 and beyond. Following the extraordinary success of Queensland athletes at the recent Olympic and Paralympic Games, we are now focused on delivering even more medal-winning moments through to Los Angeles 2028 and our home Games in 2032.
We are seeking talented, motivated individuals whose values and behaviours align with our team and culture. If you are passionate about high performance, committed to continuous improvement, and want to be part of something transformational, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.
The Sports Scientist - Swimming role will support elite swimming coaches and athletes at the Sunshine Coast Hub through the delivery of physiology and movement science expertise as part of the performance support team.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
Provide world-leading evidence-based Physiology and Movement Science (integrated biomechanics, skill acquisition and performance analysis) servicing and advice to QAS coaches and categorised athletes in line with each athlete's Individual Athlete Performance Plan (IAPP), which is aligned with the swimming What IT Takes To Win (WITTW) framework.
Work collaboratively with the QAS Senior Movement Scientist and Senior Physiologist to ensure servicing is targeted and effective in Sunshine Coast Hub programs.
Deliver specific and relevant performance testing and tracking/monitoring for categorised athletes and provide timely feedback to the Coaches, Athletes and Performance Support team members.
Contribute to the development of IAPPs and regularly review the associated specific development priorities and performance metrics to measure progress.
Work collaboratively as part of a high performing team, establishing and maintaining effective partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders to identify and deliver high quality integrated outcomes.
Work closely with the relevant discipline leads to ensure impactful movement science and physiology is being delivered at the QAS.
Mandatory Qualifications
A degree qualification in sport and exercise science or similar (minimum).
A postgraduate qualification in the relevant field would be highly desirable.
ESSA Accredited Sport Scientist - Level 1 (ASpS L1) or the ability to attain accreditation.
The Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our athletes.
We are committed to an environment where athletes from any background are heard, treated fairly and free from abuse.
More information regarding the QAS Safeguarding Statement of Commitment can be found on our website.
The role description will outline any qualifications, licences and specific requirements of the role. If you are interested in this job we encourage you to read the attached role description and talk to the contact officer.
Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 89, 182 or 183 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
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