Manager Future Sport Science (m/f/d)

Job description

Country: Germany
Job Function: Research & Development

State / Province: Germany
Position Type: Full time

City / Location: Herzogenaurach
Brand: adidas

Relocation: Yes

Somewhere, in one of our workshops right now, the future is taking shape. We are constantly working to redefine the way clothing and footwear transforms the pitch, court or course. This is what drives us: the feeling of discovery and the urge to innovate. When we create a product that makes our hearts beat faster, we know we’re onto something.

If this sounds inspiring, you might be one of us: Someone who loves to create the present, as well as shape the future. There’s a reason adidas has been at the forefront of defining sport for more than 60 years: We never stand still. Everyday, we work to improve everything we create.

At adidas, interesting, amazing and inspiring aren’t just ideas. They are what we do every single day.

Purpose:

To manage an Applied Science Program and perform Data Collection & Analysis in an applied sport context within the creation of disruptive products and services. To act as a consultant for Future product development teams.

Key Accountabilities:

· As a person with a strong applied research track record and the ability to communicate complex scientific tasks to a diverse audience, you enjoy bridging the gap between hands-on applied sport research and strategic business priorities.
· You are part of a small team that helps to track performance of athletes, bridge physical and digital worlds, and delivers insights to our business partners.

Knowledge, Capabilities and Experience:

· Apply in depth understanding and experience with sport science tools, tracking devices, wearables and the interpretation of results to the evaluation of disruptive product and process innovations.
· Lead and Independently organize and execute an end-to-end research process including study design, participant recruitment, conducting experiments, interpreting and delivery of results.
· Manage the hands-on laboratory and field work utilizing various experimental research tools in a safe, functional and efficient way.
· Efficient and regular communication to relevant business partners and project teams.

Qualifications:

· Curiosity
· Passion for Sport
· Strong record of applied research experience and human laboratory/field studies.
· Organized, independent and proactive working style.
· Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex problems to non-technical audiences.
· Master’s degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Applied Physics, or Life Sciences.
· At least 2 years’[WM1] industry relevant experience in one of these science fields.
· Experience working with athletes across a variety of levels
· Ability to work efficiently in individual and team environments.
· Willingness and ability to travel.
· Fluent English language skills.

Preferred:

· Additional language skills.
· Knowledge in analysis software like Matlab, R, or similar.