JOB DESCRIPTION
Science to Sport is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual to join our team.
We are recruiting an Exercise Physiologist who will assist with performing physiological tests and cycling biomechanics assessments (bike fitting) in our Cape Town laboratory at the Sports Science Institute of South Africa.
Previous experience with performance testing, bike fitting and an interest in coaching would be preferable. In addition, the position has numerous opportunities and career advancement prospects.
Target start date: 1 March 2024
Applications close: 15 February 2024
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Flexible working hours, commission based
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
You will be expected to:
– Communicate with clients to provide them information regarding our services
– Book the laboratory for testing/fitting session
– Calibrate the equipment prior to the testing session
– Conduct performance testing and perform cycling biomechanics assessments
– Collate the data collected during the testing into an easy-to-understand report using our templates
– Invoice clients and collect payment
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
- Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Sport Science, Sports Medicine or a related field of study
- Excellent academics (average of 65% or greater)
- Valid code B driver’s license and access to a vehicle
- Must be able to work at the Science to Sport Performance Laboratory and the Sports Science Institute of South Africa in Newlands, Cape Town or at off-site locations, as required
- Demonstrated ability to achieve goals while working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
- Must be detail-oriented with the ability to maintain and deliver a high level of quality and accuracy
- Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills – and the ability to manage priorities
- Demonstrate an intrinsic drive to perform to one’s full potential at every opportunity
- Ability to learn and apply new knowledge quickly
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience or an interest in coaching endurance athletes
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY
Please email your CV and academic transcript to info@sciencetosport.com.
Applications close at 23:59 on 15 February 2024, and applications submitted after this time will not be considered. Note that if you have not received a response within three weeks, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
Applicants must possess a valid South African ID number. Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates with the relevant qualifications, experience, and skills.