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How much do baseball research jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for baseball research in the United States is $99,840.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Baseball Research job?

A Baseball Research job involves analyzing data, statistics, and trends to provide insights that help teams, analysts, and organizations make informed decisions. This can include player performance evaluation, game strategy optimization, scouting reports, and historical research. Professionals in this field use tools like statistical modeling, machine learning, and database management to interpret complex baseball data. Teams, media outlets, and analytics companies often employ baseball researchers to improve performance and decision-making.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in Baseball Research?

A typical day in Baseball Research involves collecting and analyzing game data, generating reports, and providing actionable insights to coaches and front office staff. You might spend time cleaning datasets, building statistical models, and preparing presentations or visualizations to communicate findings. Collaboration is frequent, as you'll often work with scouts, coaches, and analysts to address specific team or player questions. While much of the work is data-focused, attending meetings and watching games—either live or via video—is also common to better contextualize your analyses. The environment is dynamic and fast-paced, especially during the baseball season, rewarding those who enjoy both teamwork and independent problem-solving.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Baseball Research position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Baseball Research, you need strong analytical skills, expertise in statistics, and a solid understanding of baseball rules and strategies, often supported by a degree in statistics, data science, or a related field. Proficiency with data analysis tools such as R, SQL, Python, and baseball-specific databases like Baseball-Reference or Statcast is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate with coaching staff are crucial soft skills. These capabilities are important for producing accurate insights that directly inform player evaluation, development, and team strategy.

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Infographic showing various Baseball Research job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,840 per year, or $48 per hour.
2026 SABR Analytics Conference

2026 SABR Analytics Conference

Major League Baseball

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Major League Baseball is proud to sponsor a select group of qualifying candidates to attend the 15th Annual SABR Analytics Conference (Society for American Baseball Research), to be held February 27 - March 1, 2026 in Phoenix, AZ. The SABR Analytics Conference is a three-day event featuring guest speakers, panels, and presentations on the impact of analytics on the game of baseball and features the Diamond Dollars Case Competition. Attendees will also have an opportunity to participate in skill development sessions and networking opportunities with current MLB and Club employees.
The 2026 event will once again be in a hybrid format (both in-person and virtual) so candidates who are interested in attending in-person will be responsible for covering their own travel expenses to Phoenix (flight, hotel, meals, etc.). In addition to the conference, in-person attending candidates will be given an opportunity to visit MLB organizations (TBD) during Spring Training in Phoenix to gain career insights and network with working professionals. As an additional resource thanks to our partnership with SABR, all candidates selected by Major League Baseball will also receive a complimentary Rapsodo Certification course ($395 value).
We are seeking qualified candidates interested in careers in baseball operations such as Salary Arbitration and Major League Operations, Research & Development, Scouting, Player Development, and Sports Science.
  • Undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates are eligible to participate.
  • Individuals with studies in business, computer science, statistics, and economics are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Former professional players with interest in transitioning back into professional baseball are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Prospective candidates must submit the following materials to receive full consideration:
  • Current resume
  • Personal essay (500 words or less, describing your interest in participating)

Why MLB?
Major League Baseball (MLB) is the most historic of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. Employees love working at MLB because of the culture of growth, teamwork, and professionalism. Employees who are most successful at MLB take initiative, know how to identify problems and provide solutions, and always put the Team first. For those ready to step up to the plate and join the major leagues, MLB takes the same approach as teams do with their players: empowering our "workforce athletes" to be at their best by engineering experiences that put employees in the best position to succeed. Major League Baseball is looking for candidates who are passionate about growing America's pastime to best serve its fans for decades to come.
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Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email us at accommodations@mlb.com. Requests received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
Are you ready to Step Up to the Plate? Apply below!