At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the First Team in optimising player performance and reducing injury risk.
- Company: Join Fulham Football Club, a historic team known for talent and innovation.
- Benefits: Be part of a dynamic team with opportunities for growth in elite sports.
- Other info: Work alongside passionate professionals dedicated to excellence in football.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on player performance in a forward-thinking environment.
- Qualifications: BSc/MSc in Sports Science, strong data analysis skills, and experience in elite sport.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
About Us
Fulham Football Club, a team rich in history and ambition, offers a unique opportunity to work within one of England’s most admired footballing institutions. With a reputation for fostering talent and embracing innovation, we pride ourselves on delivering excellence both on and off the pitch. Joining our Performance Team means becoming part of a forward‑thinking environment committed to optimising player performance at the highest level.
Position Purpose
The Performance Scientist will provide support to the First Team Performance department, assisting in the delivery of sport science and S&C services aimed at optimising player performance, reducing injury risk, and facilitating rehabilitation. This role will work under the guidance of the Head of player insights and alongside other members of the performance team to contribute to the overall success of the First Team.
Essential Experience
- 4 years’ experience of working within professional football or elite sport environments
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience in reporting physical data
- Experience of leading on pitch/off pitch delivery and rehabilitation
Essential skills, knowledge & qualifications
- BSc in Sports Science / Strength & Conditioning
- MSc in Sport Science / Strength & Conditioning
- Strong data analytical and reporting skill set (excel, R, Tableau, Powerbi)
- Experience assisting and leading gym programming
Personal qualities
- Dedicated
- Organised
- Enthusiastic
- Flexible
- Reliable
Job Responsibilities
- Complete general sport science tasks (Reporting, GPS recording, testing, conditioning, etc.)
- Conduct power & strength‑based testing and deliver reports to respective leads
- Contribute to recovery methods using evidence‑based methods/techniques
- Assist with match day sports science & S&C provision
- Assist Research & Development run by the club
- Assist leading staff with player profiling/testing of all first team players
- Assist leading staff with setup & delivery of all strength and power sessions for 1st team players
- Assist the senior with setup & delivery of player pre‑activation sessions
- Assist with delivery of field‑based warm‑ups and conditioning sessions
