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Sports Biomechanics Data Scientist

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Belfast
6 days ago
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Movetru is searching for a Sports Biomechanics Data Scientist who combines biomechanics expertise with data science and algorithm development to transform wearable sensor data into real-time insights for athlete performance and injury mitigation.

Role:

Collect, process, and analyse biomechanical data to understand movement patterns and identify performance metrics.

Design and develop algorithms and models for motion analysis, injury mitigation, and performance improvement.

Apply signal processing techniques to clean, filter, and process raw data from sensors.

Integrate machine learning techniques into biomechanical analysis for personalised insights and predictive analytics.

Test and validate algorithms against experimental data or real-world scenarios to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Work with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, sports scientists, and researchers to refine models and algorithms.

Develop algorithms that enable real-time analysis and feedback for wearable devices and mobile/web applications.

Document algorithm specifications, validation procedures, and results in technical reports.

Stay updated on advancements in biomechanics and algorithm development, iterating on current models to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Profile:

Strong foundation in biomechanics and human movement analysis with a passion for sports

Proficiency in programming languages like Python, MATLAB, or C++ for algorithm development

Experience with signal processing techniques to process data from wearable sensors

Knowledge of machine learning and data science for predictive modelling and personalised analysis

Skilled in mathematical modelling and simulation for human movement or biomechanical analysis

Experience with wearable sensor data and real-time feedback systems for movement monitoring

Strong data analysis skills including statistical and quantitative analysis for biomechanical data interpretation

Ability to validate and test algorithms to ensure accuracy and robustness

Effective collaboration skills to work with multidisciplinary teams in R&D environments

Passionate about continuous learning and innovation in biomechanics and algorithm engineering

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Someone who enjoys working to key deadlines

Ability to commence on pre-existing work and commence new work packages

An ability to work autonomously to meet deadlines

Can speak and write English to a good standard

Must be legally able to work within the UK


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