
The Luxembourg Institute for High Performance in Sports (LIHPS) recruits the Sports Scientist with a specialisation in biomechanics ( full time permanent contract )
03/06/2022
Main tasks:
Cover all biomechanical topics in the day-to-day operations of the LIHPS, including testing and advising on best practices based on scientific principles to maximise sports performance
Provide support and advice to athletes and coaches on sports science topics, particularly in combat and racquet sports
Coordinate LIHPS support activities for the above-mentioned sports categories
- Provide biomechanical expertise in the areas of strength & conditioning, return to sport and injury prevention
- Reinforce the teams involved in testing and evaluating the individual abilities of the athletes to improve performance and individualise training and prevention programmes
- Work as an integral member of a team of dedicated LIHPS experts in all relevant areas of high performance sport
Required qualifications:
- Master’s degree in sports science with a specialisation in biomechanics or a similar field related to high performance sports
- 5 years of professional experience in high performance sports, preferably in sports biomechanics or a similar field
- Advanced knowledge and experience in collecting and analysing in-lab and field-based biomechanical data (e.g., motion capture, force plates, IMU, EMG, etc.) of elite athletes
- Advanced programming skills (Matlab or similar) for the analysis of biomechanical data
- Continued professional development in a sport and exercise science related field
- Knowledge and experience in the above-mentioned sports categories is an advantage
- Certification as a sports coach is an advantage
- Fluency in English and French or German is required, Luxembourgish is an advantage
Flexibility and excellent communication skills
Interested candidates are requested to send their applications with CV, cover letter and copies of certificates and diplomas by 24 June 2022 to:
Luxembourg Institute for High Performance in Sports
M. Alwin de Prins
3, route d'Arlon
L-8009 Strassenor info@lihps.lu