Associate Director of Sports Performance, Head of Football Applied Sports Science
 Duke Clinical Research Institute | |
 United States, North Carolina, Durham | |
| 300 West Morgan Street (Show on map) | |
 Dec 31, 2025 | |
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Duke Athletics is firmly committed to our values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence, and to continuing our work to be an equitable and inclusive environment for all. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals. Title: Associate Director of Sports Performance - Head of Football Applied Sports Science Be You. Position Summary Duke University is seeking a qualified candidate to be an Associate Director of Sports Performance - Head of Football Applied Sports Science working with the Duke Football Program. This position is responsible for assisting in designing, implementing, conducting, and monitoring sports performance programs for football student-athletes. Essential Functions: * Design and implement sports performance programs for Football student athletes as assigned by the Head Football Sports Performance Coach. * Track and monitor assessment data and performance, wellness, and readiness metrics relevant to the team's programs * Develop recovery and wellness programs to support performance goals in conjunction with staff in other team support areas * Assist with rehabilitation of sports related injuries to student-athletes. * All duties must be performed in compliance with NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations. * The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Be Bold. Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Health Sciences or related field. * Current NSCA CSCS or CSCCa SCCC certification. * Minimum of two years as a sports performance coach at the collegiate or professional level * CPR/First Aid Certification required. * The candidate must also possess strong organizational and communications skills. * Professional demeanor and high standard of ethics and integrity pertaining to collegiate athletics. * Ability to work effectively in a diverse workplace, with sports medicine and nutrition professionals, and support staff. * Basic technology skills, including computer-based software, and mobile device applications. Choose Duke. Preferred Qualifications: * Master's Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Biomechanics, Health Sciences or related field. * Demonstrated experience training elite collegiate level student-athletes. * Additional relevant certifications (e.g. USAW). How to Apply: Interested Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to http://www.hr.duke.edu/jobs/. Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. | |