Charlotte Bobcats Basketball Operations Quantitative Analyst
Posted: Tue Jun 18, 2013 11:06 pm
Charlotte Bobcats Basketball Operations Quantitative Analyst Full Time Opening:
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Basketball Operations Quantitative Analyst will evaluate and organize basketball data, analyze basketball games, and build software tools. Position will work with the Manager, Basketball Analytics to provide statistical and technological solutions for use in player personnel and coaching efforts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design and perform rigorous statistical analyses in support of Basketball Operations decision making; analyses may include prediction of future player performance, quantification of player contributions to team performance, and assessment of team/player matchups for use in game preparation.
• Produce stats-based reports for the front office and coaching staff.
• Check data, support data integration into our database, and provide ideas to improve our database.
• Perform exploratory analysis of new data sources to assess data quality and applicability in Basketball Operations decision making.
• Keep abreast of latest developments and advances in sports analytics through research papers, blogs, and conferences.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND ABILITIES
(To perform the job successfully, the candidate should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this job.)
• Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree is a plus) in statistics or related field with focus on statistical analysis from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with statistical analysis (including on large data sets) and commonly used statistics packages (especially R), econometrics, data visualization, and basketball analytics is desirable.
• Experience with varied programming languages, particularly SQL, is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail in checking and working with data.
• Self-starter with an ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities, with a willingness to work flexible hours.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Presents self in professional manner and has the ability to interact with all levels of organization and outside contacts.
• Strong project management skills.
• Interpersonal skills –listens to others, works well in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills including written and verbal; ability to present ideas clearly and concisely.
• Planning and organizing, can prioritize work activities; uses time efficiently.
• Detail Oriented.
• Adaptability – adapts to change in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to handle frequent changes.
• Dependability – consistently at work on time, follows instructions, responds to manager’s instructions.
• Strong computer skills – including all Microsoft Office software programs.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to attend company events.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Please apply by going to http://www.bobcats.com and clicking Employment.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Basketball Operations Quantitative Analyst will evaluate and organize basketball data, analyze basketball games, and build software tools. Position will work with the Manager, Basketball Analytics to provide statistical and technological solutions for use in player personnel and coaching efforts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design and perform rigorous statistical analyses in support of Basketball Operations decision making; analyses may include prediction of future player performance, quantification of player contributions to team performance, and assessment of team/player matchups for use in game preparation.
• Produce stats-based reports for the front office and coaching staff.
• Check data, support data integration into our database, and provide ideas to improve our database.
• Perform exploratory analysis of new data sources to assess data quality and applicability in Basketball Operations decision making.
• Keep abreast of latest developments and advances in sports analytics through research papers, blogs, and conferences.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND ABILITIES
(To perform the job successfully, the candidate should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this job.)
• Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree is a plus) in statistics or related field with focus on statistical analysis from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with statistical analysis (including on large data sets) and commonly used statistics packages (especially R), econometrics, data visualization, and basketball analytics is desirable.
• Experience with varied programming languages, particularly SQL, is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail in checking and working with data.
• Self-starter with an ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities, with a willingness to work flexible hours.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Presents self in professional manner and has the ability to interact with all levels of organization and outside contacts.
• Strong project management skills.
• Interpersonal skills –listens to others, works well in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills including written and verbal; ability to present ideas clearly and concisely.
• Planning and organizing, can prioritize work activities; uses time efficiently.
• Detail Oriented.
• Adaptability – adapts to change in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to handle frequent changes.
• Dependability – consistently at work on time, follows instructions, responds to manager’s instructions.
• Strong computer skills – including all Microsoft Office software programs.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to attend company events.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Please apply by going to http://www.bobcats.com and clicking Employment.