Biomechanist, Performance Science

Detroit Tigers • Detroit, MI

26d

About The Position

The Detroit Tigers are currently seeking a full-time Biomechanist to join the Performance Science team. This role is responsible for conducting applied research and performance analyses within Performance Science, and translating complex biomechanical data into clear, actionable insights that support athlete performance, development, and informed decision-making by coaches and key stakeholders. This position will report to the Director, Performance Science.

Requirements

• A graduate level degree in exercise science/biomechanics or 3+ years of work experience in biomechanics or performance science is required.
• Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of baseball-specific performance science data such as biomechanical data, modern statistical techniques, and sabermetric analysis.
• Expertise with SQL and relational databases is required.
• Relevant work experience with statistical software (R, Data Robot or similar) and scripting languages such as Python.
• Experience working with large data sets preferred, including experience with biomechanical time-series data.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate difficult and complex concepts to colleagues possessing a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.
• Degree or equivalent experience in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related quantitative field.
• Self-starter.
• Team player.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as dictated by the baseball calendar.
• Willing and able to relocate to Lakeland, FL or the Detroit metro area.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with cloud computing, cloud storage, and cloud services a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research, build, test and deploy statistical and/or machine learning models using baseball biomechanics data to support player development and decision making.
• Develop models, applications, and reports to increase efficiency in the delivery and integration of Performance Science data across the organization.
• Perform internal research integrating biomechanics data with other sources of injury, workload and performance data to improve current and build new evaluation and monitoring processes.
• Collaborate and communicate with various departments across the organization including Baseball Analytics, Player Development, Health and Performance, and Amateur Scouting.
• Assist with the integration of Performance Science data into current databases, tools, and applications.
• Complete ad hoc data queries and effectively present analysis using written reports and data visualizations.
• Monitor, identify and recommend new or emerging techniques, technologies, models, and algorithms.
• Perform performance testing as directed, ensuring valid and reliable data to support projections, development, and decision making.
• Other projects as directed by the Director, Performance Science.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level