Research Analyst
Posted 10 Sep 2026
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- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Contract
- Full-time
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Field of studyComputer Science, Data Science, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Study levelMaster's or higher
Position:
Research Analyst
Department:
Baseball Operations, Research and Development
Reporting Manager:
Assistant General Manager
Status:
Full-Time
Job Classification:
Exempt
**Location:
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Las Vegas, NV
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About the A's:
**The A's are a baseball team founded in 1901. They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants. The A's are known for pioneering the "Moneyball" approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.
In addition to their success on the field, the A's also have a positive and dynamic work culture. They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.
The A’s are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive. Working for the A's offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.
**Description:**The Research Analyst supports Baseball Operations through rigorous quantitative research, statistical analysis, and data-driven evaluation of players, teams, and game strategy. This role combines a strong understanding of baseball with advanced analytical techniques to uncover insights that inform player evaluation, scouting, player development, roster construction, and on-field decision-making.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze player performance using Statcast, traditional statistics, advanced metrics, tracking data, and proprietary organizational datasets.
- Develop and maintain statistical models used for player evaluation, performance forecasting, and decision support.
- Research hitting, pitching, fielding, baserunning, biomechanics, and other components of player performance.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to translate analytical findings into actionable recommendations.
- Monitor league-wide trends and emerging strategies to identify opportunities for organizational improvement.
- Communicate technical concepts effectively to both highly quantitative colleagues and non-technical baseball staff.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements: