Data Scientist (British Shooting and Pentathlon GB)

UK Sports Institute; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000

Job description

Our Vacancy

The Opportunity...

The UK Sports Institute have an exciting opportunity for a Performance Data Lead to work with British Shooting and Pentathlon GB on a part basis (30 Hours per week). We are also open to considering 0.4 FTE (15 Hours) in either sport. Please advise within your application.

A snapshot of the role...

British Shooting and Pentathlon GB are jointly seeking a Data Scientist to support their Performance Teams. This unique opportunity allows candidates to apply for a joint role with both World Class Programmes (FTE stated above) or a role with only one sport, depending on your interest and availability.

British Shooting's vision is to develop world leading people who can deliver world leading performances. British Shooting has consistently created inspirational sporting moments and achieved Olympic and Paralympic medal success. British Shooting's aspiration is to be a consistent top five Olympic & Paralympic target shooting nation across the LA cycle. Through their #TargetChange initiative, British Shooting believe "our sport, could be your sport" and are passionate advocates for diversity & inclusion.

Great Britain is in the top 3 most successful pentathlon nations in history in a sport which has been a part of the modern Olympic Games since 1912. With a significant change on the format for LA 2028, Pentathlon GB plans to accelerate knowledge and learning of the integration of the new discipline of Obstacle racing to enable continued success on the world stage. Pentathlon GB aims to be a sustainable world-leading Olympic nation in the future, inspiring a broader section of backgrounds to take up the sport.

British Shooting and Pentathlon GB are looking for a Data Scientist to join their Performance Support Teams. This role is pivotal in leveraging data to gain a competitive edge, shaping performance insights, and guiding decision-making. Working closely with athletes, coaches, and staff, the Data Scientist will translate complex data into actionable insight, helping to optimise skill, health, and performance while advancing data-informed approaches to understanding success.

We are looking for candidates with demonstrable experience of applying their expertise in data management, integration and visualisation. To be successful in this role you will need to be a highly motivated individual with a keen interest to learn new skills and a commitment to your personal development. You will have a passion for sport, data, an interest in technology, and enjoy working as a part of a high-performing team. If you are passionate about data science and feel that you can make a difference, then we encourage you to apply.

If you feel you can bring the expertise we require to help us shape our future, we very much look forward to hearing from you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At the UKSI we aspire to have a workforce that is diverse and representative of all sections of society, not only by characteristic but by thought and perspective. We believe a diverse workforce enables growth and creates a sustainably inclusive workspace for all employees.

If there is something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job more accessible, let us know!

Application Method: To be considered for this World Class Opportunity, candidates will be required to submit a CV and answer 3 application questions via the UKSI careers portal. The answers to the application questions should bring your CV to life by highlighting your relevant skills, experience and attributes that would make you the ideal candidate for this role.

Important: Once you begin your application on the portal you will have the option to type your answers in a free text box, however if you would prefer, you may upload your answers with your CV. We ask that the answers to the questions are no more than 2 sides of A4. (please note that you can only upload 1 document to the portal so please ensure the questions appear either at the beginning or as a follow on from your CV)

Key Dates for Applicants

Closing Date: 21st April 2025

Shortlisting Date: We will aim to complete our shortlist by 23rd April

Interview Date: Monday 28th April - Stage 1 (telephone interview),

Mon 12th May - Stage 2 (online interview), Wednesday 21st May - Stage 3 (panel interview)

Additional information for applicants:

Please note that occasionally interview dates may be subject to change and may require additional stages. In these instances, we will do our utmost to ensure that candidates have sufficient notice and preparation time.

If you have any questions regarding the content of the Job Description that you would like to discuss further, please email your enquiry to [e-mail].

Our Company

The UKSI delivers outstanding support that enables sports and athletes to excel.

Since 2002, and over the last four Olympic and Paralympic cycles, the UKSI has evolved quietly and effectively into an organisation consistently performing at a world-leading level, contributing to over 1,000 British Olympic and Paralympic medals.

Our Benefits

Learning and development

29 days annual leave

Professional memberships

Comprehensive health plan

Generous parental and family leave

Competitive pension scheme

Occupational sick pay

Kit and equipment

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life cover

Retail offers and discounts