Research Assistant Scientist in AI-Powered Athletics

JOB NO:

537565

WORK TYPE:

Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

LOCATION:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

CATEGORIES:

Biology/Life Science, Education/Training/Instructional Design, Engineering

DEPARTMENT:

EG-BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

RES AST SCTST

CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Ph.D. with experience in biomedical engineering, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sports science, exercise science, data science, computer science, or a related discipline.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The J. Crayton Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida (UF) invites applications for a time-limited, full-time, non-tenure track, 12-month faculty position at the rank of Research Assistant Scientist, in the area of sports and human performance. This position is expected for 1 year, reappointment is dependent on funding, department needs, and performance.

This position will directly support the AI-Powered Athletics project ). This project is a collaboration between the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) and the University Athletics Association (UAA). A cornerstone of the project is a comprehensive, research databank that integrates data from UF student-athletes on health, nutrition, academic performance, and sports performance, including wearable sensors at practices and games.

The successful candidate will lead interdisciplinary projects that leverage our comprehensive research databank on UF student athletes. This includes managing, analyzing, and utilizing the data to benefit team performance, support student-athlete health, and well-being, and enable scientific and educational research. The candidate will assist with data curation, creative development of data visualization and analysis tools, and maintaining interdisciplinary relationships between UF researchers and UAA staff. Candidates will be expected to adhere to privacy regulations related to student-athletes, including but not limited to HIPAA, FERPA, NCAA compliance, and UAA reporting guidelines. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work on interdisciplinary teams are required.

EXPECTED SALARY:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D. with experience in biomedical engineering, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sports science, exercise science, data science, computer science, or a related discipline.

PREFERRED:

Ideal candidates will have prior experience with human subject research, including ethics approval processes and regulatory compliance; strong computer programming skills, including Python and Git/Github; data analysis experience, including AI and machine learning methods; and a broad knowledge of college sports and/or elite-level competitive athletics.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

This is a time-limited position.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately, with the first full committee screening occurring on October 20, 2025, and will continue to review applications until the position is filled. You must apply by submitting an application through UFCareers via (Job The application consists of attached PDF files of the following required documents:

1. Cover letter (summary, introduction related to hiring emphasis areas)

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Statement of research experience (2 page maximum; relate to AI-Powered Athletics)

4. Names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references.

Additional documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the "other documents" selection in the application. The anticipated start date for this position is January 2026. For further questions, please contact Dr. Jennifer Nichols at

The University of Florida (UF) is the flagship campus of the State of Florida university system and is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities. UF is home to HiPerGator, the fastest AI supercomputer in higher education, and the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is undergoing a major expansion in faculty, research, and facilities with a strong focus on artificial intelligence. In Fall 2023, UF opened Malachowsky Hall for Data Science & Information Technology, a 260,000-square-foot facility that serves as the hub for AI.

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Additional Requirements

• The selected candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Transcripts marked "Issued to Student" will not be considered official.
• Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Additional Information

The University and College count among its greatest strengths a community of faculty, students and staff having diverse perspectives who support a culture of respect and dignity where learning and research thrive. UF is committed to equal education, opportunity, and access.

• If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply, please call or the Florida Relay System at TDD).
• Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
• All searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:

No

ADVERTISED:

15 Oct 2025

Eastern Daylight Time

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:

29 Oct 2025

Eastern Daylight Time