Job Description

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country.?

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC?s momentum has never been stronger. UC?s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About the Department

The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 500 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 117 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first American Athletic Conference program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats. 

UC student-athletes collectively posted a 3.4 overall GPA in the spring of 2023, resulting in 11 consecutive semesters of a 3.3 department GPA or higher.

Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics' mission is to connect our community, enhance our University and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field. 

For more information visit gobearcats.com.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati (UC), Department of Athletics seeks applications for a Director of Applied Sport Science (Applied Sport Science Specialist) to work with the football program. This is a full-time position, salaried with a comprehensive benefit package.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality applied sport science and recovery science support services to student-athletes. Within the comprehensive multi-disciplinary health and wellness team, oversee and analyze the performance monitoring, tracking and assessment of student-athletes while following University of Cincinnati and departmental policies, NCAA Division I, and Conference bylaws and regulations.  

Essential Functions

• Collect, review, and provide in-depth analysis and reporting of daily data/information associated with optimal human performance, training and recovery for student-athletes.
• Collaborate and communicate with the health and wellness team (performance, sports medicine, performance nutrition and sport psychology) and sport coaches on information needed to guide daily decision-making on human performance and recovery.
• Develop, preview and implement best practices of applied sports science and recovery science.
• Develop, implement and maintain a strategy for student personnel assistance with data collection, processing and analysis.
• Provide leadership and management of data integration from all student-athlete service lines into a centralized athlete management system (AMS). Assist in all aspects of collaboration and implementation of the AMS.
• Educate student-athletes, coaches and staff utilizing wellness and performance data collected.
• Explore, evaluate and implement the latest technology and best practices for the advancement of student-athlete performance and health.
• Manage sports science expenses, including third party hardware and software contracts.
• Maintenance and inventory of all sports science-related equipment.
• Required travel with team for away competitions.
• Assist with presentations for recruiting visits, as requested.
• Implement recovery modalities and programming for the student-athletes. If credentialed, oversee and manage this programming.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Bachelor?s Degree in Health, Biological, or Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Data Analytics, or related field.

Required Experience

Five (5) years of related work experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Master?s Degree.
• Previous experience in college athletics, professional sports organizations or a closely related field of human performance.
• ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM, CPT, CES, AT, PT, CSCCa.
• Must be able to work some nights, weekends and travel with the team. 

Application Information

Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest and a current CV/Resume. All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application. 

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Standing - Often
• Walking - Often
• Bending - Often
• Stooping - Often
• Climbing stairs/ladders - Often
• Crouching - Often
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
• Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Seldom
• Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.
• Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at .

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] . 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About University of Cincinnati

HISTORY IN BRIEF - The University of Cincinnati is a public urban serving research institution that was founded in 1819 and today is one of the country’s largest universities offering more than 350 academic programs to more than 44,000 students. UC has many top ranked programs in areas such as Music and Arts, Medical and Human-Services, Criminal Justice and more. Located in an urban setting, UC is close to the heart of Cincinnati and allows easy access for students to enjoy all that the city offers. UC is also the alma mater of many notables such as President William Howard Taft; Albert Sabin, developer of the oral polio vaccine; Astronaut Neil Armstrong and Mary Weinberg, 2008 Olympic gold medalist. UC is classified as a Research University (Very High Research Activity) by the Carnegie Commission and is ranked as one of America’s top 35 public research universities by the National Science Foundation. UC jumped 17 spots in the U.S. News & World Report rankings in the past two years alone. In addition to being named a “green university” by Princeton Review, UC has been named one of the world’s most beautiful campuses by Forbes and Delta Sky magazines. Learn more at ... N STATEMENT - The University of Cincinnati serves the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world as a premier, public, urban research university dedicated to undergraduate, graduate, and professional education, experience-based learning, and research. We are committed to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all of our activities. We provide an inclusive environment where innovation and freedom of intellectual inquiry flourish. Through scholarship, service, partnerships, and leadership, we create opportunity, develop educated and engaged citizens, enhance the economy and enrich our University, city, state and global community.

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