Director of Sports Science
University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK · Posted August 19, 2026
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About the job
Position Summary: The Director of Sports Science assists the Assistant Athletic Director (AD) of Strength and Performance in overseeing all aspects of the athletic performance and sports science program, ensuring compliance with NCAA, American Athletic Conference, and University regulations. This role reports directly to the Assistant AD of Strength and Performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead operations of sports science department.
Develop and implement comprehensive strength and conditioning programs for assigned sports.
Maintain records for all sport teams.
Oversee the sports performance and sports science pathways.
Serve as a positive role model, promoting values such as hard work, discipline, and enthusiasm.
Maintain up-to-date records on data analytics programs for each assigned team and individual workouts.
Collaborate with all sports to monitor student-athlete progress.
Maintain all sports science technology in both FA Dry and ACE strength and performance facilities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant AD for Athletic Performance
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or a related field.
Minimum of five years of strength training experience, preferably at the collegiate level.
Current certification from a nationally accredited strength and conditioning program.
Current CPR/AED certification (course cannot be completed solely online).
Strong communication, leadership, and management skills.
Good knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues.
The University of Tulsa is a student-centered research university that cultivates interconnected learning experiences to explore complex ideas and create new knowledge in a spirit of free inquiry. Guided by our commitment to service and inclusion, we prepare individuals to make meaningful contributions to our campus, our community, and our world.
The University endeavors to create and nurture an informed and inclusive environment in its workplace and educational programs. Affirmative action and equal employment opportunity are integral parts of the University not just because they are legally mandated, but because we recognize that the present and future strength of the university is based primarily on people and their skills, experience, and potential. The University does not discriminate in access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status. The University seeks to recruit, select, and promote students, faculty, and all other employees on the basis of individual merit.