Associate Analyst, Player Optimization

Job Description:

Summary:

The Player Optimization Associate Analyst will be responsible for building tools to identify and aid implementation of optimization and improvement strategies for both internal and external players.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Analyze new data sources and their potential to explain baseball performance
• Collaborate with Biomechanics and Performance teams to analyze players’ physical capabilities
• Present research and tools to coaches to aid implementation of optimization strategies
• Systematically identify internal and external players with room for optimization
• Work with Data Science team to understand how players’ capacity to improve impacts their value
• Perform research that explains how players are able to express skills on the field
• Expand the organization’s understanding of how players can improve relative to expectations

Requirements:

• Creativity and curiosity regarding the game of baseball  
• Ability to collaborate and work within and across teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and execute tasks under time constraints
• Knowledge of baseball technology, including but not limited to KinaTrax, Blast Motion, Hawk-Eye, and force plates
• Interest in public baseball research
• Experience in R, Python, or similar programming languages, and proficiency in SQL
• Statistical modeling experience. Experience in Biomechanics is a plus
• Must be able to work unconventional hours

Application Questions

To apply for this position, please respond to the questions below and upload your answers as a PDF file alongside the resume. Please limit responses to 200 words.

• When trying to understand how fast a player should be able to swing a bat, what information would you seek and why?
• When evaluating outfield defense, which metric(s) would you use and why?
• When looking at how much a pitcher can improve, what information would you consider?

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

The New York Mets value the unique qualities individuals with various backgrounds and experiences can offer the organization.   Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.

Hourly Rate: $20-$25

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