Movement Scientist (Biomechanics)

About the Role

This position 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 working with a range of para-athletes and para-sport programs. 

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.

About Us

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. 
• Optimsing 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.  

Benefits

Bringing your talents to the South Australian Sports Institute will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• A variety of flexible work and leave arrangements.
• Access to the on-site SASI gym.
• Contemporary office space with secure bike storage and end-of-trip facilities.
• Free parking at our city-fringe Mile End office.
• Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Access to great customised training and career development opportunities.