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There are 1 Sports Scientist jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Sports Scientist do?

Sports scientists study and research the scientific factors that influence sport and exercise using knowledge of biomechanics, physiology and psychology to give specialist advice on a wide range of sport-related issues. Sports scientists work with sportspeople to help improve their performance with focus on factors like psychological preparation, movement analysis or diet-related issues.

Tasks required include:

• Plans, directs and undertakes research into natural phenomena.
• Provides technical advisory and consulting services.
• Designs tests and experiments to address research objective and find solutions.
• Applies models and techniques to medical, industrial, agricultural, military and similar applications.
• Analyses results and writes up results of tests and experiments undertaken.
• Presents results of scientific research to sponsors, addresses conferences and publishes articles outlining the methodology and results of research undertaken.
• Designs and develops an appropriate research methodology in order to address the research objective.
• Compiles and analyses quantitative and qualitative data, prepares reports and presents results to summarise main findings and conclusions.
• Advises government, private organisations and special interest groups on policy issues.
• Writes journal articles, books, and addresses conferences, seminars and the media to reveal research findings.

What are the entry requirements for a Sports Scientist?

Entry is most common with a degree or equivalent qualification but is possible with other academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. On-the-job training and/or support for postgraduate study may be provided. Professional qualifications are available in some areas of activity.

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