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Research processes

Section 4

Research processes

Demonstrated proficiency in all components of research design and implementation from problem identification through to intrepretation and dissemination of results.

Key capability components would include:

  • Identification of athlete/sport performance knowledge gap
  • Defining the research problem and scope
  • Inclusion of associated findings from prior research and theoretical perspectives
  • Development of appropriate research design methodology
  • Identification of appropriate data analysis and statistical framework
  • Project planning and funding identification
  • Base Level – Practitioner has completed research project at Honours/Masters/Doctorate Level and published in scientific and/or coaching mediums.
  • Intermediary Level – Practitioner has completed PhD by research and supervised/is supervising other post-graduate level students. Will have published in scientific journals/recognised conference proceedings and presented research findings to a variety of stakeholders (eg. coaches/biomechanics community).
  • Advanced Level – Practitioner has recognised high level expertise in leading substantial biomechanics or multi-disciplinary research projects involving multiple stakeholders (NIN/NSO/Uni) and has experience acting as a project lead developing research project plans and sourcing funding from grant opportunities.

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