Performance Science Analyst

Job Title: Performance Science Analyst

Under the direction of the Director of Performance Science, the Performance Science Analyst will be accountable to meeting the data analysis, programming, and development needs of the Performance Science Department to enhance player health and performance outcomes. The successful candidate will be expected to be highly skilled in all aspects of the Royals’ performance analysis and athlete monitoring systems, with the ability to assist at any stage of the data lifecycle process as needed. To be considered for the role, a cover letter and resume must be attached to your application. 

·       Design and manage robust procedures to safeguard the quality of performance data 

·       Create and build upon current data visualizations and reporting structures to help coaches/staff to better leverage and integrate quantitative tools into player development 

·       Work alongside the Performance Science Sr. Analyst and R&D members to optimize databasing and productionize data processing and reporting routines 

·       Perform routine and ad hoc analyses on various physical, physiological, and biomechanical data streams to extract actionable insights for coaches, players, and staff

·       Understand and build upon legacy code with existing data processing and reporting procedures 

·       Maintain meticulous documentation to detail progress, methods, and versioning 

·       Assist with the evaluation and selection of novel performance science tools and systems

·       Bachelor’s degree in sports analytics, statistics, computer science, or related disciplines (post-graduate degree strongly preferred)

·       Exceptional ability in data exploration, quality, treatment, and visualization

·       Experience with physical, physiological and/or biomechanical datasets in a sport environment 

·       Knowledge and skills required to formulate and pursue impactful research questions regarding baseball performance and player health

·       Strong organizational skills, intellectual curiosity, stress tolerance, the ability to handle uncertainty, and adept at driving projects to completion 

·       Advanced skills in data analytics and common computer programming languages and tools (R, SQL, Python, GitHub, etc.)

·       Knowledge and/or experience with biomechanical, physical activity, and/or physiological datasets

·       Familiarity with performance technology and baseball-specific tools preferred (force platforms, IMUs, Hawk-Eye, Kinetrax, Trackman, etc.)

·       This position will be based out of Royals’ Surprise Complex (Surprise, AZ) with minimal travel 

·       Must be able to work in a seated position for extended periods of time

·       Must be able to be productive utilizing a computer keyboard and telephone

·       Must be able to be productive in a work environment where the noise level can be high at times

·       Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus

·       Must be comfortable walking to navigate the facility to access the office, concourse, etc.

·       Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends/holidays as required by deadlines and event scheduling

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

This role is a Full-Time, Exempt opportunity that is eligible for Company Benefits, 401K, and PTO. 

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, the Kansas City Royals will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, the Club also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions please inquire with Human Resources by email at humanresources@royals.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.