Work with thought leaders and academic experts in Biomechanics

Postdoctoral Research Fellow / May, 2016 — August, 2018

Critical lead asset driving preclinical collaborative cell biomechanics study managing 30 personnel between immunology, pathobiology, and experimental soft matter mechanics laboratories.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow / May, 2016 — August, 2018

Critical lead asset driving preclinical collaborative cell biomechanics study managing 30 personnel between immunology, pathobiology, and experimental soft matter mechanics laboratories.

Research & Development Engineer / September, 2018 — October, 2019

Provided technical subject matter expertise to enhance the clinical performance of novel medical products being designed.

Research & Development Engineering Manager / October, 2019 — July, 2020

Grew a team of Research & Development Engineers out of our traditional designer, mechanical, and electrical engineering departments to form a novel team within the organization and supported each of their individual professional development needs.

Applied Sports Scientist / October, 2023 — August, 2026

I serve as a technical expert on the use of flywheel resistance training across various sports science, sports performance, rehabilitation, and fitness settings. This includes developing educational materials about the science and application of flywheel resistance training, organization of research libraries on the benefits of flywheel training, the collection of case study data, and the writing of case studies and white papers from this data.

Applied Sports Scientist / October, 2023 — August, 2026

Sports Science Consultant (R&D) / May, 2022 — October, 2023

In this role, I served as a sports science consultant and R&D specialist as part of the Research & Innovation department at a sports technology startup. In this role, I planned and implemented applied research projects including the validation of existing products, exploratory projects to develop new features and products, and consulted with all departments on sports science research and principles across the entire product lifecycle. Notable achievements included the development of a sports science smartphone application prototype, which was capable of measuring over 100 metrics about athlete movement and performance using marker less motion capture.

Research Scientist and Sport Scientist / May, 2022 — October, 2023

Planned and implemented research and statistical projects as part of a multi-disciplinary research and development team. Provided sports science and research expertise to RD initiatives focused on the development and validation of innovative performance technologies and software offerings. Created statistical scripts to process clean and analyze data and to create data visualizations and reports to convey key insights to stakeholders and clients. Coordinated health and performance profiling for athletic organizations at the sports science lab including the integration of multiple data sources to provide actionable insights to athletes and coaches.

Assistant Professor / August, 2021 — May, 2022

As a tenure track faculty member in the department of exercise science, I engaged in scholarly research, instructed undergraduate courses, and supervised students as they engaged in academic research projects. My research focus was on the use of field-based technology (GPS, radar guns, portable force plates) to assess and monitor athlete health, fitness, and performance over time. I was also collaborating with external colleagues on projects related to the measurement and use of technology to aid coaching and decision-making in golf and other skill-based sports.

Assistant Professor of Exercise Science / May, 2021 — June, 2022

Managed research teams consisting of colleagues student researchers and external collaborators to conduct sports science research projects and publish results in scientific journals. Developed health and performance testing protocols for athletes on campus which integrated outputs from multiple technologies applied statistical models and generated reports and dashboards to provide data-informed insights to student-athletes and coaches. Created standard operating procedures to ensure high-quality data collection procedures were adhered to within the Applied Physiology Laboratory. Supervised student-led research projects including guidance on research methodology data collection and analysis and preparation of scientific reports manuscripts and presentations.

Director Padres Biomechanics Laboratory / October, 2023 — Present

Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in the College of Health Sciences. Mentor students in the Sports Performance concentration of the M.S. Kinesiology and Athletic Training programs. Direct biomechanics research for the students and faculty in the Department of Kinesiology. Design and maintain all aspects of motion analysis electromyography force plate and ball tracking systems in the PLNU X Padres Biomechanics Laboratory. Advise students on undergraduate and graduate student led research in kinesiology and biomechanics.

Full Tenured Professor / June, 2025 — Present

Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in the College of Health Sciences. Mentor students in the Sports Performance concentration of the M.S. Kinesiology and Athletic Training programs. Direct biomechanics research for the students and faculty in the Department of Kinesiology. Design and maintain all aspects of motion analysis electromyography force plate and ball tracking systems in the PLNU X Padres Biomechanics Laboratory. Advise students on undergraduate and graduate student led research in kinesiology and biomechanics.

Associate Professor / June, 2021 — May, 2025

Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in the College of Health Sciences. Mentor students in the Sports Performance concentration of the M.S. Kinesiology and Athletic Training programs. Direct biomechanics research for the students and faculty in the Department of Kinesiology. Design and maintain all aspects of motion analysis electromyography force plate and ball tracking systems in the PLNU X Padres Biomechanics Laboratory. Advise students on undergraduate and graduate student led research in kinesiology and biomechanics.

Assistant Professor / June, 2018 — May, 2021

Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in the College of Health Sciences. Mentor students in the Sports Performance concentration of the M.S. Kinesiology and Athletic Training programs. Direct biomechanics research for the students and faculty in the Department of Kinesiology. Design and maintain all aspects of motion analysis electromyography force plate and ball tracking systems in the PLNU X Padres Biomechanics Laboratory. Advise students on undergraduate and graduate student led research in kinesiology and biomechanics.

Part-Time Professor / June, 2015 — May, 2018

Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in the College of Health Sciences. Mentor students in the Sports Performance concentration of the M.S. Kinesiology and Athletic Training programs. Direct biomechanics research for the students and faculty in the Department of Kinesiology. Design and maintain all aspects of motion analysis electromyography force plate and ball tracking systems in the PLNU X Padres Biomechanics Laboratory. Advise students on undergraduate and graduate student led research in kinesiology and biomechanics.

Adjunct Professor / June, 2013 — May, 2015

Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in the College of Health Sciences. Mentor students in the Sports Performance concentration of the M.S. Kinesiology and Athletic Training programs. Direct biomechanics research for the students and faculty in the Department of Kinesiology. Design and maintain all aspects of motion analysis electromyography force plate and ball tracking systems in the PLNU X Padres Biomechanics Laboratory. Advise students on undergraduate and graduate student led research in kinesiology and biomechanics.

Vice President of Applications Engineering / December, 2015 — June, 2019

Led development team in the design and testing of motion capture specific applications aimed at providing solutions using cutting edge 3D motion capture technology for gait analysis running analysis baseball pitching baseball hitting golf footwear and low back assessment. Provide expert information for biomechanical applications of system and software solutions.

Biomechanics Engineer / January, 2013 — December, 2015

Served as lead biomechanics support engineer in human movement analysis for global company specializing in passive optical motion capture and analysis. Provided technical and expert consultation support to users in hospitals and universities on hardware and software methods used in biomechanics and gait analysis practice and research both remotely (San Diego) and on-site.

Adjunct Professor / August, 2005 — June, 2015

Taught various undergraduate and graduate level classes in the School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences. Courses include biomechanics of human movement functional human movement biomechanical measurement techniques and measurement and evaluation in exercise science.

Adjunct Professor / August, 2005 — December, 2015

Professor of Biomechanics and Measurement in Kinesiology in the School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences

Senior Lecturer / April, 2025 — Present

As a Senior Lecturer in Biomechanics at Swansea University, I contribute to teaching, postgraduate supervision, and research across biomechanics and sport and exercise sciences. I lead applied biomechanics research focused on musculoskeletal injury, rehabilitation, motor development, and sport performance across clinical, athletic, and paediatric populations. My research uses motion analysis, wearable technology, and biomechanical modelling to investigate movement mechanics, injury mechanisms, rehabilitation outcomes, return-to-sport assessment, and movement strategies during sport-specific tasks. I work closely and collaboratively with clinicians, researchers, engineers, and sport performance professionals across national and international networks to develop research with applied impact across sport, health, rehabilitation, and education settings.

Lecturer / January, 2022 — April, 2025

Research Fellow / April, 2016 — December, 2021

During my time at the University of Salford and the Manchester Institute of Health and Performance (MIHP), I developed and conducted applied biomechanics research projects and created biomechanical assessment and analysis packages to support clinical pathways for both clinical populations and elite athletes across a range of sports. I also provided training for technical staff to ensure accurate, reliable, and efficient biomechanical assessments. Alongside this, I contributed to the development and delivery of research projects, co-supervised PhD students, and supported undergraduate and postgraduate teaching activities. I also undertook leadership roles, including co-chairing the Early Career Researcher group and leading the organising committee for the Human Movement and Rehabilitation research group.

Lecturer in Sport and Health Sciences (Biomechanics) / September, 2013 — April, 2016

Clinical Associate Professor / August, 2024 — December

Courses: Biomechanics; Anatomy & Physiology for Movement Sciences; Scientific Principles and Practices of Health-Related Fitness; Basic Athletic Training

Assistant Professor / August, 2022 — August, 2024

Assistant Professorial Lecturer / August, 2020 — May, 2022

Visiting Assistant Professor / August, 2019 — June, 2020

Associate Professor / January, 2019 — Present

Professeur agrégé d'EPS - Sport and Physical Education Teacher / September, 2013 — Present

Spécialité Tennis Préparation Physique Sports de raquette Préparation au concours du CAPEPS

Jeune Chercheur - Young researcher / December, 2013 — Present

Analyse biomécanique et optimisation du service au tennis

Doctorante contractuelle / September, 2010 — November, 2013

Le cœur de mes travaux de thèse s’attache à identifier, analyser et comprendre les facteurs biomécaniques responsables de l’augmentation des risques de blessures articulaires, de l’amélioration de la performance et de l’efficience lors de la réalisation d’un geste sportif. Dans cette perspective, le service au tennis a été choisi comme mouvement d’analyse car il répond parfaitement aux enjeux de la problématique scientifique. En effet, la performance du service peut être envisagée selon deux approches. Sportivement, la performance à court terme consiste pour le serveur à produire la vitesse de balle la plus élevée possible pour perturber la réponse de son adversaire. Médicalement, la performance s’envisage à plus long terme. Le joueur doit reproduire cette vitesse de balle élevée à l’échelle d’une saison sportive, d’une carrière tout en limitant les contraintes articulaires (forces et moments résultants) responsables de traumatismes chroniques. Ces blessures qui concernent tous les joueurs, quel que soit leur niveau de pratique, s’avèrent invalidantes dans la vie de tous les jours, peuvent causer l’arrêt d’une carrière de haut niveau et contribuent à augmenter le coût social des blessures sportives. En résumé, le but principal consiste à mettre à jour les fondements biomécaniques qui permettent à un joueur de tennis d’améliorer sa vitesse de balle au service tout en limitant le plus possible les contraintes subies aux articulations pouvant conduire à des blessures chroniques du membre supérieur

Consultant scientifique joueurs ATP/WTA/ITF et fédérations - Sport Scientist ATP/WTA/ITF players / January, 2015 — Present

Sport Scientist biomécanique / biomechanics - Medvedev, Auger Aliassime, Jabeur, Bonzi, Gaston, Moutet, Humbert, Sousa, Déroulède, Houdet, Peifer... French Tennis Federation, Tennis Canada, Lawn Tennis Association

Consultant scientifique / Scientific advisor / June, 2020 — Present

Professor, Department of Human Physiology / January, 2022 — December

Director, Bowerman Sports Science Center / January, 2012 — December

Associate Professor, Department of Human Physiology / January, 2016 — December, 2022

Assistant Professor, Department of Human Physiology / January, 2012 — December, 2016

Courtesy Research Associate, Department of Human Physiology / January, 2008 — December, 2009

Graduate Teaching Fellow, Department of Exercise and Movement Science / January, 2000 — December, 2003

International Research Fellow (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Invitational Fellowship) / April, 2019 — April, 2019

Visiting Scholar / January, 2019 — January, 2019

Associate Prof of exercise and sports science / September, 2011 — Present

Lecturer to Associate Professor / July, 2002 — August, 2011