Movement Scientist (Biomechanics)

About the Division - SASI
The South Australian Sports Institute (SASI) is the  High Performance Sports hub in South Australia. Its purpose is empowering people to achieve their sporting dreams and inspiring South Australians. SASI does this by:

• Providing the highest quality daily training environment, including embracing leading-edge technologies to optimise the performance of its people, programs, projects and partners.
• Optimising national representation and medal success on the world stage for South Australian-based athletes and teams.
• Pursuing excellence in practice, services and culture.
• Developing sustainable talent pathways for athletes and coaches.
• Enhancing the community's engagement with SASI.

Role Highlights

• Diverse role working closely with a wide range of sports and athletes
• Join a dynamic multi-disciplinary team with a high-performance focus
• Develop and support SA's next generation of Olympians and Paralympians

Role Details
The Movement Scientist (Biomechanics) provides specialised, integrated, high-quality services in the areas of movement science, and specifically biomechanics. These services will be developed and delivered in collaboration with SASI coaches to elite SASI sports, coaching programs, and athletes. This role will also provide specialist input to the SASI Para Unit in the area of movement science (biomechanics). This position involves close working relationships with coaches, athletes and other Performance Support staff. Integral to the role is the ability to work as both an independent service provider and integrated team member.

Special Conditions

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Agency's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some work outside of normal hours may be required.
• Some interstate travel involving overnight absences may be required.
• This role requires a working with children check.

Essential Qualifications / Licences 

• A current SA driver's licence and willingness to drive is essential.
• Human Movement / Exercise and Sports Science Degree ESSA Accredited Sport Scientist (ASpS) Level 1
• Sport Integrity Australia anti-doping education (or willingness to complete).
• Senior First Aid and CPR (or willingness to complete).

Classification
PO2 - Professional Officer

Duration
Up to 28 months

Enquiries to
Kate Beerworth - Performance Support Manager
Phone: 0402 421 ***
Email: **************@sa.gov.au

Attachments:
- Role Statement - Movement Scientist (Biomechanics) (PO2).pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.