Sport Physiologist and Performance Lab Coordinator

What is the Canadian Sport Institute Pacific?

The Canadian Sport Institute Pacific (CSI Pacific) is a world class Olympic and Paralympic training environment.

Through the support of our national and provincial partners, our team of sport scientists and medical experts provides programs and services to athletes and coaches, ensuring they have every advantage to win medals for Canada.

 CSI Pacific’s sport performance expertise is delivered by expert sport scientists and technical staff in partnership  with the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Sport Institute Network (COPSIN) nationally and with the viaSport Regional Alliance, which includes PacificSport Centres, provincially. By collaborating with our regional, provincial, and national sport partners, we are strengthening the sport system in British Columbia. Through these partnerships, CSI Pacific is well positioned as a national leader in Powering Performance and Inspiring Excellence, from the regional level to the international podium.

CSI Pacific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups such as Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and women.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [email protected]

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: 

The Canadian Sport Institute Pacific (CSI Pacific) is seeking a Sport Physiologist / Performance Lab coordinator to join our Vancouver campus (located at UBC). This role will oversee the technical operations of CSI Pacific’s High-Performance Labs in both Vancouver and Whistler. This role, in collaboration with the CSI Pacific physiology team, will provide physiology services to National and Provincial Sport Organizations and Performance Nation clients, and will support the research and innovation projects in which CSI Pacific is engaged. Given CSI Pacific's location on the UBC campus, there is potential for collaboration with the university on applied physiology research and, where appropriate, opportunities to contribute to the teaching of applied physiology courses — supporting the next generation of high-performance sport scientists. 

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in sport physiology performance solution delivery and the ability to manage both the complex and routine aspects of lab operations with energy and precision. This position will report to the Lead, Sport Physiologist and work closely with the CSI Pacific physiology team and other health and performance services personnel.  

CORE STRATEGY: PERFORMANCE SERVICES: Fostering performance excellence through leadership, education, and evidence-based innovation in integrated sport science and sport medicine teams 

KEY DELIVERABLES & DUTIES: 

1. Performance Lab Operations & Coordination 

Coordinate logistics for testing sessions, including scheduling, resource allocation, and equipment transport 
Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of lab equipment; develop and track TEMs/CVs 
Manage inventory and procurement of lab supplies in coordination with the Victoria Physiology Lab 
Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures for lab methods and tests 

2. Development, Delivery & Supervision of Physiology Programs 

Assist in the delivery of sport physiology assessments and testing protocols for designated sport partners and Performance Nation clients 
Analyze and interpret physiological test results and support performance data management, ensuring data is accurately recorded, stored, and reported in compliance with quality and privacy standards 
Communicate physiological test results and provide recommendations to coaches, athlete, and Performance Nation clients based on the results 
Monitor athletes in the DTE (daily training environment) 
Work with coaches to develop yearly training plans and schedule assessments accordingly 
Work with athletes to monitor or prepare for training or competition in different environmental conditions (hot/cold/altitude etc) 
Provide individual athlete and group education sessions (athletes, coaches and Performance Nation Clients) to meet sport objectives and/or sport performance gap analyses  

3. CSI Pacific Physiology Department Duties  

Support mentorship of junior physiologist and occasional student interns in the lab setting. 
Participate in Physiology Team meetings and contribute to applied projects as capacity allows 
Liaise with CSI Pacific staff and broader Integrated Support Team members to facilitate coordinated service delivery 
Foster relationships with key stakeholders, sport partners, and vendors  

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:  

REQUIRED: 

Master’s in Exercise Physiology or a related human performance domain 
CSEP certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist 
CSEP High Performance Specialization (or the ability to attain within 1 year) 
Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification 
Minimum 3 years recent physiology lab experience working with athletes 
Experience working in an interdisciplinary, high-performance sport environment  
Class 5 driver’s license with access to a Class 5 vehicle 

DESIRABLE:  

Phlebotomy certification 
ISAK certification Level 1 or higher  
Sport Scientist Canada High Performance Certification Practitioner level or higher 
WHMIS and Bloodborne Pathogen certification 
Background as a coach and/or athlete  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:  

REQUIRED: 

Demonstrable proficiency in anthropometric assessments (skinfolds, girths, and lengths), capillary blood sampling, and gas exchange analysis using a metabolic measurement system 
Ability to interpret graded exercise tests for intensity domain determination, fuel utilization, and aerobic training zone prescription 
Rigorous adherence to aseptic techniques 
Strong data literacy skills including database management and manipulation 
Experience performing and interpreting inferential statistics 
Experience visualizing, interpreting, and presenting athlete testing results 
Mechanically inclined with experience troubleshooting/repairing equipment 
Ability to work independently 
Ability to collaborate with others  
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills 
Able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a meticulous attention to detail 

DESIRABLE: 

Experience with spirometry, eucapnic voluntary hyperpnea and other tests of exercise-induced bronchospasm, hemoglobin mass measurement, sweat analysis, core temperature measurement, and hydration monitoring 
Experience programming languages (e.g. Python, LabView, etc.) 
Bilingualism (French/English) 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

A variable schedule with some weekends, evenings and long work/testing days is required 
Primary work location is the CSI Pacific Vancouver campus, however travel between the 3 CSI Pacific campuses (Victoria, Vancouver, Whistler) is expected (travel expenses will be paid by CSI Pacific). The candidate may need to spend extended periods of time in Whistler during spring-summer testing blocks (lodging will be provided). Additional off-site work may also be required.  
The physical demands require standing for long periods and lifting up to 90 lbs (e.g. loading/unloading testing equipment). 

                                                ***Closing: June 22nd, 2026 at 12PM***