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NRL Sports Scientist
Gold Coast Titans
The Gold Coast Titans are a professional rugby league football club, based on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Job Posted- 12 Jun 2026
Status- Contract - Fixed Term
- Full Time
Location- Australia
Closing date- 3 Jul 2026
About the Role
The NRL Sports Scientist is responsible for the development, implementation, and optimisation of athlete monitoring technologies to enhance performance, manage training loads, and support athlete availability. The role integrates performance data, technology, and applied sports science practices to provide actionable insights for coaches, athletes, and performance staff. The position also plays a key role in leveraging AI and automation tools to streamline reporting processes and improve efficiency across the performance department.
This is a full-time position on a fixed-term contract. Due to the nature of professional sport, weekend work, travel, and flexible hours will be required throughout the season.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect, manage, and analyse athlete performance and wellness data to support informed decision-making
- Lead the operation and interpretation of athlete monitoring technologies including Catapult GPS and load monitoring systems, VALD performance testing systems, GymAware velocity-based training tools and 1080 Motion software
- Assist in the planning and delivery of speed and conditioning prescription utilising ASR & muscle fibre typology of athletes
- Produce clear and actionable reports for coaches, medical staff, and athletes
- Work collaboratively with coaches and performance staff to monitor athlete readiness, fatigue, recovery, and performance trends
- Use AI and automation tools to streamline reporting workflows, improve data visualisation, and enhance operational efficiency
- Develop dashboards and reporting systems that simplify complex data into practical performance insights
- Support return-to-play and performance optimisation strategies through evidence-based monitoring processes
- Maintain data integrity, quality control, and consistent reporting standards across the department
- Foster partnership with Griffith University regarding student placements and research opportunities
Key Skills & Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- High proficiency in athlete monitoring technologies and sports science software
- Ability to interpret large datasets and communicate insights effectively to coaches and athletes
- Understanding of training load management, recovery monitoring, and performance trends
- Experience working with AI tools, automation platforms, and reporting systems
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary high performance department
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and efficiency
- Athlete-centred approach with a focus on long-term development
- Solution-focused problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to support wider aspects of performance department to enhance holistic improvement in athlete performance
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Sports Science, Exercise Science or related field
- Minimum 3 years experience working in elite or high-performance sport environments
- Demonstrated experience using and analysing data from platforms such as Catapult, VALD and GymAware
- Experience developing athlete monitoring systems and performance reporting frameworks
- Understanding of data visualisation platforms and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau)
- Experience integrating AI or automation processes into sports science workflows is highly desirable
The Gold Coast Titans is committed to protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people who come into contact with us through our activities, programs, and services. In order to comply with Child Safety Standards, all employment is subject to a valid and current Working with Children Check.
Essential Requirements
- Human Movement / Coaching / Exercise / Sports Science Degree
- Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check
How to Apply
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