Ross Mizen

Ross Mizen

Research Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Senior Sports Scientist at at ai.io. An award-winning technology company that develops innovative solutions to generate & analyse amateur & professional sport data, providing real-time analysis & insights.

  • Education

    • Biddenham Upper School

      2006 - 2011
      High School GCSE's and A levels

      Activities and Societies: Sixth form prefect & House sport captain As a student at Biddenham I thoroughly enjoyed my studies and responsibilities that came with being a sixth form prefect. These included liaising with staff, pupils and parents whilst organising and planning activities such as open days and proms.Representing the school throughout my five years in a variety of sports such as rugby, tennis, football, hockey, basketball, badminton, athletics and cross country.

    • The University of Glasgow

      2014 - 2015
      Master’s Degree MSc Sport & Exercise Science & Medicine Merit (Hons)

      - Recipient of the RIO Sport and Exercise Science & Medicine Excellence Scholarship- Specific interest in physiological & exercise testing leading to my dissertation researching and testing critical velocity reproducibility in endurance athletes. - Scottish boat race competitor (Glasgow vs Edinburgh), second oldest in the world to the famous Oxford vs Cambridge boat race. Involved for a short period within the squad and thoroughly enjoyed the team work, competitive atmosphere… Show more - Recipient of the RIO Sport and Exercise Science & Medicine Excellence Scholarship- Specific interest in physiological & exercise testing leading to my dissertation researching and testing critical velocity reproducibility in endurance athletes. - Scottish boat race competitor (Glasgow vs Edinburgh), second oldest in the world to the famous Oxford vs Cambridge boat race. Involved for a short period within the squad and thoroughly enjoyed the team work, competitive atmosphere and hard work involved with this sporting competition. Show less

    • University of Worcester

      2011 - 2014
      Bachelor’s Degree BSc Sport and Exercise Science First Class Degree (Hons)

      Activities and Societies: Research Assistant, Sport Scientist, University of Worcester Rowing Club, University and local club tennis team (Boughton Park Lawn Tennis Club) - Competitive member of the rowing club, racing at the British University Championships head and regatta races. - Key interests in pacing in sport and human endurance capabilities leading to my dissertation: 'A comparison of the pacing strategies adopted and deviations by competitive rower’s on-water and ergometer trials as an individual and crew over 2000m'​. Show more - Competitive member of the rowing club, racing at the British University Championships head and regatta races. - Key interests in pacing in sport and human endurance capabilities leading to my dissertation: 'A comparison of the pacing strategies adopted and deviations by competitive rower’s on-water and ergometer trials as an individual and crew over 2000m'​. Show less

  • Experience

    • University of Worcester

      Jun 2013 - Oct 2013
      Research Assistant

      - Learning and applying detailed testing procedures to internal and external participants- Assisting with methodological design, data collection and analysis- Strong communication and team work, whilst undertaking individual work to the required high standards

    • Next Retail Ltd

      Jun 2013 - Sept 2013
      Sales Assistant

      - Assisting customer purchases- Till experience- Stock replenishment - Front of store promotion for online discounts

    • Sports Direct

      Jul 2013 - Dec 2014
      Sales Assistant

      - Face to face sales with customers providing friendly and informative support- Strong KPI team member- Mystery shopped twice personally aiding stores highest internal ratings

    • Motion and Performance Centre

      Nov 2013 - Jul 2014
      Sport Scientist Assistant

      - Planning, delivering and assisting with the projects within the motion and performance centre including blood lactate testing, wingate testing and physiological measures.- Detailed, informative and adaptable to the recipients depending on previous experience, age and knowledge.

    • Cheltenham College

      Jan 2014 - Jun 2014
      Rowing Coach

      - Developing the rowing skills of year 10 pupils to compete at local and national rowing events- Detailed, safe and progressive planning including running of small team of coaches for the year group

    • Manchester Institute of Health and Performance

      Nov 2015 - Sept 2020

      • Providing physiological and biomechanical support within an elite sport science and medicine facility testing a wide range of athletes and abilities, from grass roots to world champions.• Competent in conducting physiological, biomechanical and field assessments • Capable and receptive to learning new technologies and procedures to required standards• Strong applied skills providing technical support to specialist clinics conducted at MIHP such as concussion, elite breathlessness and running clinics Show less

      • Deputy Performance Lead

        Jan 2020 - Sept 2020
      • Performance Laboratory Technician

        Nov 2015 - Dec 2019
    • Oldham Athletic (2004) Association Football Club Limited

      Sept 2020 - Aug 2022
      First Team Strength And Conditioning Coach

      • Design, implement and lead strength and conditioning sessions for player athletic development, activation and rehabilitation sessions both gym and field based for First Team Players• Deliver on-pitch training sessions including warm ups, post-match conditioning and rehabilitation programs specific to individual or groups needs• Impactful, collaborative and detailed approach working closely with management, medical and physiotherapy departments to enable structured day to day plans • Strong interpersonal skills positively influencing players work ethic and development Show less

    • Ai.io

      Aug 2022 - now
      Senior Sports Scientist

      Headquartered in London with offices in the US, ai.io is an award-winning technology company that develops technology solutions to generate & analyse amateur & professional sport data, providing real-time analysis & reporting, creating valuable insights & outcomes.Our core product ecosystem includes:• aiScout: A talent analysis and development platform that will provide teams and organisations the opportunity to reach, engage, analyse, rate, score, trial, develop and scout amateur players from around the world who have access to a mobile phone. The platform consists of a player app, scout app and recruitment control center. The aiScout player app is available for download at Google Play & Apple’s app store.• aiLabs: Multi-use elite performance labs that house state-of-the-art technology and gold standard equipment that provide professional and amateur players and club staff real time physical and cognitive analysis, usable insights and outcomes and connected data. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • UKSCA Accredited Coach

      UKSCA (United Kingdom Strength & Conditioning Association)
      Feb 2022