U.S. Olympic Committee Looking for Performance Data Scientist at Any Full Time

Here’s a summary of responsibilities:

Under the direction and supervision of the Director, Performance Analytics, the Performance Data Scientist oversees the effective use of data and analytics to answer critical performance questions at the USOPC and NGBs. Manages a team responsible for developing tools to optimize the collection and statistical analysis of performance data. Applies advanced data integration and modeling techniques to unlock the value of data assets and provide sustained competitive advantages for Team USA.

The ideal candidate will be an innovative thinker and quick learner who values efficient, high-quality work and effectively communicates analytical insights with accuracy and clarity. We are looking for a detail-oriented, trusted problem solver and leader with a passion for the Olympic and Paralympic Movements and experience in high-performance sport.

Here’s how you’ll have an impact:

• Develop new algorithms, analysis tools, and predictive models to deliver actionable insights for Performance Analytics initiatives
• Validate new and existing statistical models, iterating and improving as necessary
• Advance analytical capabilities along the descriptive-predictive-prescriptive lifecycle to enable data-driven interventions in relevant performance settings
• Implement best practices in data and technology to optimize Sport Performance analytics infrastructure and environments
• In collaboration with IT and direct reports, manage the Performance Analytics data architecture and integrate athlete health, wellness, and performance data
• Optimize data aggregation processes for integrity and cleanliness, ensuring all source systems are maintained and organized to enable efficient analysis
• Oversee efforts to identify and acquire valuable new data sources, automating data collection when possible
• Fully integrate relevant data sources and analysis tools into the USOPC’s AMS platform in collaboration with Performance Data Analysts and Sports Medicine Data Scientists
• Serve as a resource to NGBs to elevate data collection and storage capabilities
• Assist with the design and administration of feedback tools and data visualizations for Sport Performance teams, NGBs, athletes, and coaches
• Clearly and efficiently communicate analytical insights to all stakeholders regardless of technical ability
• Promote transparency in analytics processes by reporting the accuracy, uncertainty, and variance of statistical models
• Manage a team of analytics professionals to efficiently and consistently deliver insights and services to athletes, coaches, NGBs, and USOPC teammates
• Supervise the hiring, training, and team collaboration of direct reports aligned with overall Performance Analytics objectives
• Identify and coordinate professional development and career growth opportunities for team members, partnering with Performance Innovation leadership and other internal stakeholders as needed
• Efficiently align efforts and resources across competing priorities, projects, and organizational needs
• Stay apprised of trends, tools, and techniques in data science, sharing best practices with the team as appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Here are the skills and experience you’ll need to be effective:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Analytics, Sport Science, Mathematics, Engineering or related field required
• 5+ years of experience delivering sports analytics or data science solutions in high-performance environments
• 2+ years of experience building and leading high-performing analytics teams
• Advanced knowledge of statistical languages (R, Python, SAS), data visualization software (Tableau, Power BI), database architecture (SQL, Snowflake) and other programming languages
• Skill in application of clean and tidy data best practices
• Expertise in machine learning, feature engineering, and parallel computing
• Knowledge in automation and continuous improvement of data collection and analysis tools
• Skill in managing code bases and version control across development and production environments 
• Some travel domestically and internationally

Here are some things that will make you super competitive for this role:

• Master’s degree strongly preferred