Student Assistant - Sport Science (Summer)

Work closely with other sport science staff to provide sport science services to student athletes, with a primary focus on (Recovery and Performance Science), with the possibility of a role with teams as deemed appropriate by the Director of Sport Science. Will be expected to perform day to day duties in the Everest Training Center, including hours within the Recovery Rooms, assessment, and monitoring data collection with athletic teams. Develop effective educational presentations, consensus statements, best practices and handout materials for staff student athletes. Maintain ongoing communications with performance staff regarding pertinent sport science information. Position includes role at (Recovery or Performance Science Lab) in addition to administrative responsibilities related to daily operations of these facilities. May be required to perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Sport Science.

 Required Attachments (No Self-Identifying Photos):

• Resume
• Class Schedule

Required Education: Must be a current student enrolled in a combination of two terms at the University of Oklahoma. 

• Must attach Spring, Summer, and/or Fall 2024 class schedule.

• Obtaining a degree in Exercise Physiology, Neuroscience, Data Analytics, Engineering, or related field is required. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge and application of performance science practices
• Ability to work a non-standard work week, including breaks, holidays, and weekends
• Capability of delegating tasks/duties effectively and efficiently to department members
• Effective communication, presentation, and counseling skills
• Knowledge of monitoring and recovery tools, technologies and methodologies
• Knowledge of data management, analysis and data visualization
• Competent in coding language (preferably R), data analysis (R, SAS, SPSS, JASP, etc.) 
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of athletic governing bodies (NCAA)

Certifications:

• None. Training will be provided by the hiring department

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, moving, reaching, carrying and stooping

Departmental Preferences:

• Previous experience in a collegiate or professional setting, or applied work is strongly preferred. 

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

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