Applied Sports Science Associate (ASSA)
National Institute for Smart Government (NISG)
Greater Delhi Area0–4 yrs4h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- Freshers and up to 4 years · Diploma
- Work
- On-site in Greater Delhi Area
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Listed
- 12 Nov 2026 · still open
Role: Applied Sports Science Associate (ASSA) – Anthropometry
Organization: National Institute for Smart Government (NISG) – Sports Authority of India – Sports Sciences Division (SAI)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide sports massage and soft-tissue recovery support under the direction of concerned medical, physiotherapy, and sports science professionals.
- Provide appropriate pre-event massage to support athlete preparation and readiness.
- Provide post-event massage to support recovery following training and competition.
- Provide maintenance and recovery massage based on athlete-specific requirements and instructions from concerned professionals.
- Coordinate with physiotherapists, medical professionals, sports scientists, and coaches regarding athlete recovery requirements.
- Follow prescribed protocols and ensure that massage interventions are within the scope of professional practice and assigned responsibilities.
- Monitor and communicate relevant observations regarding athlete discomfort, muscle tightness, soreness, or recovery status to the concerned professionals.
- Maintain appropriate records of massage/recovery sessions as required.
- Ensure proper hygiene, sanitation, and cleanliness of the massage area, equipment, linen, and other relevant materials.
- Maintain confidentiality of athlete information and follow applicable health, safety, and organizational protocols.
- Ensure safe and professional interaction with athletes at all times.
- Perform other massage and recovery-related duties assigned by the competent authority within the prescribed scope of work.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Diploma/Certification in Massage Therapy from a recognized institution.
- Practical knowledge/training in Sports Massage.
- Practical experience in sports massage and soft-tissue recovery.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
- Additional certification/training in sports massage, soft-tissue therapy, recovery techniques, or related areas will be an advantage.
- Experience working with athletes in a sports/high-performance environment will be preferred.
- Experience providing pre-event, post-event, maintenance, and recovery massage will be desirable.
- Exposure to working with medical, physiotherapy, and sports science professionals will be an advantage.