Position: Applied Sports Scientist (USA)
Location: Florida, USA
Reports to: CSO Guided Knowledge
Notes: You should be a resident of the USA and have rights to work there
THE COMPANY IN BRIEF
Guided Knowledge is a U.K.-based company and a pioneer in developing digital coaching technology. Our first product to market is Dragonfly Golf, the next generation of high-performance sports technology making 3D motion capture mobile, accessible, and more affordable.
The Dragonfly Golf system is a first-of-its-kind 18-sensor smart suit and digital coaching app that offers golf professionals the benefits of 3D technology to improve their game. It translates a host of previously invisible data into practical yet powerful insights via hundreds of performance metrics, 360-degree visibility and instant feedback via your smartphone. No longer trapped in a motion capture studio or tethered by wires like other products, the Dragonfly Golf system allows you to capture, measure and monitor swing performance with unparalleled accuracy and reliability anytime, anywhere to unlock a competitive advantage.
Today we are focused on golf, with baseball to be released later in 2020. And we are already thinking beyond sport to the future. Whether learning a new skill or mastering an art, we offer people an objective way to measure performance and progress so it’s easier to improve.
While the company is currently UK based, growth in the USA is a strategic priority given the market opportunities.
We are seeking bold, smart and attentive individuals who are excited about the prospect of revolutionizing not only golf but the sports industry at-large.
Please refer to www.guidedknowledge.com
THE ROLE
We are looking for a talented and inquisitive Applied Sports Scientist whose drive for learning and determination for continuous improvement aligns with our ambitious, fast-growing and transforming digital company. You will play an important role in engaging and supporting our current and future customer base as well as supporting the development of new functionality into our existing products and the development of new products from R&D through to testing and release of new products into the marketplace.
The Applied Sports Scientist USA will be responsible for:
- Leading the design, execution, delivery and presentation of user case studies across our customer base.
- Organising and executing R & D activities in line with product development across golf, baseball and tennis.
- Onboarding customers into our product delivering superior customer experiences.
- The GK product is high value and new. Potential customers need to see the product in action before purchase.
- Accordingly, the role requires: Conduct a full product demonstration with potential customers which could involve wearing the suit yourself, and/or enabling a customer to wear and trial the product.
- Working with the GK product team to conduct virtual digital demonstrations.
- Provide input to the product development team about how the digital onboarding solution can be enhanced to enable an enhanced customer experience
- Capturing product feedback from customers and feedback into the product development team.
- Leading and executing continued educational support programs for coaches and players.
- Organising product test groups to test new product functionality and report key findings to the product development team.
- Bringing a growth mindset to every task: sharing ideas and opinions with an attitude and appetite for improvement; the ability to challenge, pursue outcomes and take ownership of tasks in a collaborative environment.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- A minimum of 5 years recent industry experience delivering and supporting multiple projects in applied sports science settings.
- In depth experience using sensor technology in applied sports science settings.
- Experience in writing code in languages such as Matlab and Python.
- Expertise in developing and overseeing the execution of validation and reliability testing with sensor based technology and optical motion capture systems i.e. Vicon.
- In depth experience of statistics analysis.
- A drive to build productive working relationships across our teams and external stakeholders.
- The ability to disseminate and document clearly specific current and new customer requirements.
- A customer centric focus and approach.
- Highly-developed problem-solving capabilities, and a willingness to learn.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Passionate about sport in particular golf and baseball through either playing or coaching.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- A PhD or MSc in biomechanics and or related fields (engineering, human movement, sport technology).
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Competitive compensation, based on experience (please include salary requirements along with your submission) as well as:
- Medical
- 401K
- Share Options
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: hr@guidedknowledge.com
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