At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape football decisions using data to enhance player performance and health.
- Company: Join Manchester City FC, a leading football club with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with top professionals in a vibrant and supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in football by translating data into actionable insights.
- Qualifications: Experience in data science, machine learning, and a passion for sports.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
This role sits at the intersection of performance science, machine learning and practical football decision making.
You will help shape how the First Team uses data to better understand player health, availability, physical performance and injury risk.
You will lead the development and validation of predictive models and data products, working with complex longitudinal datasets to test ideas, refine approaches and turn findings into useful outputs for practitioners.
A key part of the role is translating advanced analysis into tools people can use with confidence.
That may include explainable AI outputs, dashboards and web-based applications, alongside sensible monitoring so solutions remain robust and relevant over time.
You will work closely with colleagues across Sports Medicine, Physical Performance, Football Intelligence and Technology to move prototypes into production, define analytical requirements and contribute to wider Performance AI work across the Club and Group.
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Performance Data Scientist Manchester City FC Closing Date: 31 August 2026 Salary: Competitive Location: Manchester, United Kingdom employer: Sportsmith
The UK Sports Institute is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Sheffield where you can make a significant impact on the lives of Paralympic athletes. With a strong focus on collaboration within an interdisciplinary team, employees benefit from professional growth opportunities and the chance to contribute to pioneering rehabilitation services. The supportive culture fosters innovation and excellence, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about sports performance and athlete care.
