Position: Sports Info Solutions Research and Development Associate

Location: Coplay, Pa.

Description:

Sports Info Solutions (SIS) is looking for candidates to fill a full-time position in our R&D Department. The R&D Associate will work out of our office near Allentown, PA and will contribute as a member of our R&D team, supporting research for publications and future products.

Responsibilities:

• Perform modeling and research using SIS’s internal database as well as other notable data sets such as StatCast, Trackman, and PITCHf/x.
• Write articles and research pieces to be featured in publications such as The Fielding Bible, The Bill James Handbook, ESPN Insider, and Stat of the Week, among other prominent sports outlets.
• Prepare cutting-edge research for presentation in a professional setting, including sales presentations and conferences.
• Collaborate with BIS colleagues to help illuminate the value of SIS’s analytical products to prospective clients.

The position requires a variety of skills including (but not limited to) an analytical mind, computer expertise, writing ability, and a passion for sports, particularly baseball and football. Ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications.

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with contemporary baseball/football/sports analytics, including first-hand research experience.
• Analytical/Mathematical ability.
• Experience with MySQL, SQL Server, or similar databases.
• Proficiency working in Microsoft Office programs (or equivalents), especially Excel.
• Aptitude for data visualization using programs like Tableau and/or R.
• An ability to write and communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.
• An ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Experience with other statistical packages (i.e. R) and programming languages (i.e. Python, .NET) is a plus.

Compensation:
This position is compensated.

To Apply:
For more information or to apply, please submit your résumé and cover letter to careers@baseballinfosolutions.com.