JOB TITLE: Sports Science Associate DEPARTMENT: Player Development – Strength and Performance JOB SUMMARY: The Baltimore Orioles are seeking a Sports Science Associate for the 2026 season. The Sports Science Associate will assist with the delivery of sports science solutions within Player Development. They will assist our Major League Performance Analyst, Biomechanist, Sports Scientist, and MiLB Strength and Conditioning Coordinator to maximize the use of available technologies and information to aid in elite program design and decision making.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Primary duties to include, but not limited to the following: Assist with implementation and maintenance of existing sports science initiatives across the organization, including data collection, analysis, and reporting. Set up, calibrate, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot all technologies and their data used within Strength and Performance, which include (but are not limited to) VALD systems, GymAware, and Catapult. Administer assessments and performance tests as directed, while ensuring the highest integrity in data acquisition.

Assist with data management, organization, and integration into the organization’s internal athlete management systems and databases. Aid in facilitating the proper reporting of data to support holistic training initiatives as directed. Provide support on exploratory Sports Science research projects and analysis using a combination of biomechanical, sports science, and in-game data as directed Work closely with the Strength and Performance staff to develop and disseminate relevant information from Sports Science initiatives.

Document all communications and research to maintain reproducibility Provide support for data collection with our Amateur Scouting Department. This may include event-planning, warm-up, assessment, and reporting of amateur players during Scouting events. g.

, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: The Baltimore Orioles are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

QUALIFICATIONS

: Required: BS in exercise science, exercise physiology, sports science, kinesiology, biomechanics, or similar fields. Experience with the following technologies: Force plates, Catapult, Velocity-Based Training Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Familiar with athlete management systems Strong communication and presentation skills (graphical, written, and verbal) Desire to work with the Sports Performance department to help build a collaborative, organized system Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Wants to work in a baseball setting Ability and willingness to work extended hours/holidays as needed Preferred: MS in exercise science, exercise physiology, sports science, kinesiology, biomechanics, or similar fields. Certified Performance and Sports Scientist (CPSS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Bilingual Experience with the following technologies: Motion capture, high speed video, Trackman Experience in applied sports science or strength conditioning settings within elite sport environments (collegiate, professional, or private sector).

Experience with R, Python, SQL Data science capabilities LOCATION: Sarasota, FL DISCLAIMER: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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