Associate, Performance Technology
Job Description:
Summary:
The New York Mets are seeking a Performance Technology Associate to support data-driven initiatives in hitting, pitching, and performance. The associate will contribute to the development of statistical models, analyze large datasets, and create detailed visualizations to communicate insights. This role will work closely with the Performance Technology staff on biomechanics and sports science projects. The ideal candidate has strong data science skills and a proven track record of building reports and data visualization tools.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist in developing algorithms applied to baseball pitching, hitting, and performance assessments using motion capture, force plates, and wearables data.
Analyze player tracking, force plates, and musculoskeletal data to assist with sports science initiatives.
Analyze large datasets and present data-driven insights to coaches and staff through designed reports and tools.
Assist in developing musculoskeletal and fatigue models from in-game and lab data to understand player workload.
Assist operating in-game motion capture system during New York Mets home games.
Work closely with the Performance Technology, Analytics, Scouting, and Performance departments to apply biomechanics and sports science principles.
Qualifications:
B.S./M.S. in Biomechanics, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Previous experience working with and contributing to internally developed software in MATLAB, C, R, Python, or another similar programming language.
Proficiency in data science, including previous experience applying statistical methods and visualizing large biomechanics datasets.
Strong communication and presentation skills (graphical, written, and verbal).
Previous experience with applying holistic datasets to decisions that optimize human performance (including range-of-motion, strength, speed, and workload information).
Previous experience with SQL is preferred.
Previous experience working in a clinical, elite sport, or industrial biomechanics lab, consisting of motion capture equipment, force plates, and EMG a plus.
The above information is intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
The New York Mets recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and value the unique qualities individuals of various backgrounds and experiences can offer to the Organization. Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.
Hourly Rate: $20-25
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