Position Data Analyst/NextGen Biomechanist, Olympic Program

Reports to Associate Director & National Coach, High Performance, Olympic Program

Location Ottawa, Ontario (preferred), or Toronto, Ontario or Vancouver, British Columbia

Job Type Full time

Date Revised October 2026

ABOUT SWIMMING CANADA

Swimming Canada serves as the national governing body of competitive swimming. We inspire Canadians through world leading performances to embrace a lifestyle of swimming, sport, fitness and health. Canadians are global leaders in high performance swimming and development for both Olympic Program and Paralympic Program swimmers. Swimming is recognized as one of the most celebrated and successful Canadian Summer Olympic and Paralympic sports. Swimming Canada strives to foster a workplace in which all individuals maximize their potential, regardless of their differences. We are committed to attracting, developing and celebrating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.

ABOUT THE POSITION

As a key member of Swimming Canada’s High Performance (HP) team, the Data Analyst/NextGen Biomechanist, Olympic Program will be responsible for the collection, tracking, analysis and reporting of various statistical requirements that will help inform decision making in the High Performance Department. This position will also be responsible for providing biomechanic support to Swimming Canada’s targeted NextGen athlete pool through camp, competition and remote support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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- Own The Podium (OTP) Funding Presentation Support – Olympic Program

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- Prepare all data analysis for annual OTP report (Schedule B, targeted athlete pool, validation of benchmarks, Olympic relay projections, etc).

- Produce list of targeted athletes for next two Olympic cycles (Senior, Next Gen).

- Produce athlete projection graphs for all targeted and carded athletes using most up-to-date results and Olympic/Paralympic podium predictions.

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- Develop and manage Gap Analysis reporting mechanism (Microsoft forms to Python scripts to final PDF reports for each athlete).

- Prepare other documents for OTP Plan as needed.

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- Podium Pathway and Talent Identification

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- Develop and maintain all related tools used (i.e. OT calculator, etc.).

- Review and update On Track times and NDPT times as required.

- Establish yearly On Track National Club Rankings and All-Star Athletes report.

- Support the creation of qualifying times for Open Water and Development team initiatives in alignment with the Podium Pathway philosophy.

- Develop and validate the event-specific Year-Over-Year improvement rates model.

- Communicate with National Coaches and produce reports as required.

- Research, develop and validate the next Olympic Games podium, finalist, and semi-finalist time predictions.





- Major Championships Reporting

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- Prepare and coordinate statistical competition analysis for each Junior and Senior Championship in advance of event (historical results, records, rankings, etc.)

- Develop detailed relay team combinations and historical benchmarks pre-competition. Update in real-time as required during competition.

- Produce complete Meet Performance Report for summary of National Team results and rankings immediately following each Major Championship.

- Ensure results and rankings database is complete, cleaned and up to date.

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- National Team data and systems management

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- Develop and maintain a Video Race Analysis database and reporting mechanism to assist with intra-competition race analysis and post-competition gap analysis.

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- Produce Junior and Senior Major Competition Benchmarks.

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- Create and manage folders and resource hubs as required

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- NextGen Team and Competition Support

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- In collaboration with the coaching staff, develop and deliver expert biomechanics and performance analysis support at national development camps and National Junior Team competitions.

- Lead video race analysis at identified National Junior Team international benchmark competitions.

- Liaise with Swimming Canada IST staff to align delivery across Senior and NextGen programs.

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- Remote Biomechanical Support to NextGen (On Track) Swimmers and Coaches

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- Provide analysis and technic

📌 Data Analyst/NextGen Biomechanist, Olympic Program (Canada)
🏢 Swimming Canada
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