Name:
Sandro Dias
College/ School:
School of Sports and Exercise Science
Job title:
Sports Science Technician
Brief description of role:
Provide technical support to staff and students whilst ensuring academic staff have the resources and space to deliver practical lab sessions within the HPC. Other department responsibilities include: the day-to-day operation of the Human Performance Centre; maintaining and calibrating sport science equipment; supporting undergraduate and postgraduate practical activities and data collection; assisting with consultancy work and helping with research.
Alongside the sport science technician role, Sandro is also involved in teaching Undergraduate SES Year 1 Biomechanical Basis of Human Movement laboratory sessions and delivering Strength and Conditioning consultancy within the department.
How long at Institution:
Sandro has been working at the University of Lincoln since 2018.
Journey to role:
Sandro completed a Masters in Sports Science at the University of Lincoln in 2011. From 2012-2018 Sandro spent time in industry, mainly as a strength and conditioning coach for a rugby team. Before and in parallel with this Sandro had 15 years of experience working in the Fitness industry in a variety of roles such as Personal Trainer and Gym Manager.
Things to love about the role/ work:
Variety of the job and being employed by the University of Lincoln.
Advice to other technicians:
Prepare in advance and be organised
Interests outside work:
Travelling, sports, walking and riding his motorbike
Any kind of registration/ recognition where applicable (e.g. RSci, AFHEA):
UKSCA Associate Member, Level 1 Award in Coaching Weight Lifting – British Weightlifting
