Job Description

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn't exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.


The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences/Football Exchange and the Football Association are looking to recruit a Game Insights Analyst to work on a fixed term contract until 31st July 2028.


For over 25 years, Liverpool John Moores University has led the way in fostering a scientific approach towards the training, preparation and development of players, coaches, and teams in elite level professional football. Our world-leading scientific enquiry places the Football Exchange as the foremost organisation to support the football industry through world-class research, high quality education and enterprise solutions.



The Football Association (The FA) oversees England international teams across men's, women's, youth and disability football, as well as running the National League System and FA Competitions including the Emirates FA Cup, and Women's Adobe FA Cup, and the world-class facilities of Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park,

all with a purpose to inspire positive change through football.

You will support the Football Associations Education division based at St George's Park. Specifically, you will support the design, development, and delivery of learning resources, utilising objective game and player insight across different coaching and playing domains.


A degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a sport related subject and experience of developing analytical content to enhance game knowledge and understanding is essential.


In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.


This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.


If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.


LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit.


Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.


LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed-term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro-rata).