Volleyball practice at the University of Windsor

MSc KHS & PhD with a focus on Applied Sport Science

The Sport Science Laboratory and the Faculty of Human Kinetics at the University of Windsor are seeking highly motivated student sport scientists. These graduate students will be expected to fully engage with varsity programs within the Division of Athletics and Recreational Services to conduct applied sport science research and provide strength & conditioning services. These positions within the department of Kinesiology will conduct applied research within the daily training environment of our Windsor Lancer varsity programs. Specific research areas will be aligned with the needs and objectives of the varsity programs and CHPH and will be developed in collaboration with varsity coaching staff, CHPH staff, the student, and graduate supervisor. These positions were developed to provide outstanding students the opportunity to conduct applied research and to support the physical and mental health and success of student athletes competing in Canadian university sport. In addition to sport science research, students will receive academic and sport mentorship, and they will be provided with sport science leadership opportunities working in the daily training environment of varsity programs.

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Available MSc KHS & Ph.D. Sport Science Positions with Lancer Varsity Programs

Basketball (Men's)
Soccer (Men’s & Women's)
Volleyball (Men's & Women's)
Football
Hockey (Men's)
 

Mission for the Applied Sport Science Stream within Kinesiology

To identify, train, and develop outstanding junior Canadian sport scientists into world class researchers and practitioners through the integration of innovative research, teaching and learning practices, and by fostering collaborative community partnerships to enhance human performance and quality of life.


Objectives of the Applied Sport Science Stream

To produce scholars who have the desire and competence to contribute to the knowledge of sport science and sport medicine. Students will develop the capacity to:

• Identify and investigate problems in the field of sport science and sport medicine.
• Independently design and conduct applied research relative to varsity sport programs
• Communicate at a scholarly level, including be able to read and critically evaluate related literature.
• Apply theoretical content in a performance-based setting with athletes as a practitioner.
 

Male students work out in weight room.

Qualifications & Experience:

MSc. KHS Student (Required)

  • A BSc, BSc(hon), or a BKin, in Kinesiology or related field.
  • Successful completion of a criminal records check.
  • Possession or intention to acquire certification(s) with either the NSCA (CSCS)  or CSEP (CEP-HPS) or ACSM (CES) and CPR-C & First Aid.

Desirable Skills and Abilities:

  • One- or two-years experience as an undergraduate intern in a collegiate strength and conditioning setting (U-Sport & NCAA).
  • Familiarity with sport performance equipment (ex. force plates or velocity-based training equipment or heart rate/GPS monitors)
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis.


PhD Student (Required)

  •  A master’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Sport Science, or related field.
  •  2+ years experience as an exercise physiologist or strength & conditioning coach
  •  Successful completion of a criminal records check.
  •  Possession or intention to acquire certification(s) with either the NSCA (CSCS) or CSEP (CEP-HPS) or ACSM (CES) and CPR-C & First Aid.
A male student lifts weights on a bench press.

Desirable Skills and Abilities:

  • Familiarity with sport performance equipment (ex. force plates or velocity-based training equipment or heart rate/GPS monitors)
  • Completion of a research thesis or project-based MSc
  • Experience leading and/or working as part of an Integrated Support Team (IST) in a high performance, interdisciplinary sport environment.
  • Familiarity with operations in a sport performance laboratory.
  • Olympic Weightlifting coaching certification (NCCP or an international equivalent).
  • High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and/or databases


Academic Expectations:

Candidates will be expected to fulfill all admission requirements when applying for either an MSc KHS or Ph.D. through the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Department of Kinesiology. Once admitted into the Kinesiology graduate program, students will be expected to complete all requirements to obtain their degree as governed by the Department of Kinesiology and Faculty of Graduate Studies. Applicants are encouraged to review the policies and procedures for admissions and requirements for graduation as provided in the below links.

Department of Kinesiology

Faculty of Graduate Studies Application Steps

Department of Kinesiology Graduate Student Handbook


Graduate Supervision:

Dr. Andrew Perrotta will supervise candidates within the applied sport science stream. Students will also work under the Windsor Lancer’s Strength and Conditioning Coordinator (Joe Garland) and the Director of the CHPH (Chad Sutherland). As a member of the Sport Science Laboratory, successful candidates will conduct meaningful and applied high impact research that can support athletes and coaches within Canadian U-Sport.

Applicants are asked to specify the varsity program they desire to work with. A detailed two-page cover letter discussing your student experience within kinesiology as well as experience as a practitioner within sport. Attention towards discussing your experience in the specific sport selected is beneficial. A complete CV highlighting both academic and sporting experience.

To Apply: Please submit the components above as ONE PDF document to Dr. Andrew Perrotta by Jan. 1st

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.