Youth Academy Lead Sport ScientistAberdeen

Aberdeen Football Club is a high-profile institution in the North East of Scotland with an impressive heritage of domestic and international achievements since the Club was established in 1903.

AFC is an ambitious organisation looking towards further success and long-term sustainability in support of our football team by adding value across every area of our day-to-day business for the overall benefit of our staff, supporters and clients.

We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Youth Academy Lead Sport Scientist to lead and develop our Academy Sport Science provision, supporting the physical development of players throughout the Youth Academy pathway and helping prepare young athletes for the demands of professional football.

The Youth Academy Lead Sport Scientist will be responsible for overseeing and delivering the Club's Academy Sport Science programme across the Youth Academy utilising our Sport Science internship programme, while providing direct support to the U17 squad. Working closely with the Head of Sport Science and wider multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will play a key role in developing the next generation of Aberdeen FC players. The role includes of the Academy, management of physical monitoring systems, delivery of athlete testing, and the design of individualised development plans to support player progression through the Academy pathway.

Why join Aberdeen Football Club? • Salary: £ DoE • Holidays: 28 Days (Incl. BH), Increasing to 30 Days at 3 Years’ Service • Benefits: 4 Christmas/New Year Shut Down Days, Enhanced Sick Pay, Enhanced Maternity Pay, Match Tickets, Club Shop Discount, AFC Partner Discounts, Social Committee Events and More.

Interviews for this role are expected to start week commencing 16 November 2026.