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How much do sports neuroscience jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for sports neuroscience in the United States is $14.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $14.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is sports neuroscience?

Sports neuroscience is a field that studies how the brain and nervous system influence athletic performance, training, and recovery. It combines principles from neuroscience, psychology, and sports science to understand how mental processes, such as focus, decision-making, and motor control, affect athletes. Sports neuroscientists also explore how physical activity impacts brain health and cognitive function, and they develop techniques to optimize both mental and physical performance in sports.

How does a sports neuroscientist collaborate with coaches and athletic trainers to enhance athlete performance?

Sports neuroscientists often work closely with coaches and athletic trainers by analyzing cognitive and neural data to identify areas for performance improvement. They may design and implement training protocols that target specific skills such as reaction time, focus, or decision-making under pressure. Regular meetings and data sharing sessions help ensure that neuroscience insights are integrated into daily practice routines. This interdisciplinary collaboration not only supports athlete development but also fosters a team environment focused on holistic performance enhancement.

What is the difference between Sports Neuroscience vs Sports Psychologist?

AspectSports NeuroscienceSports Psychologist
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in neuroscience, neuropsychology, or related fields; research experienceMaster's or Doctorate in psychology; licensure required
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, universities, sports science facilitiesSports teams, clinics, private practice
Industry UsageFocus on brain function, neural mechanisms in athletesFocus on mental skills, motivation, performance enhancement

Sports Neuroscience and Sports Psychologist both work within the sports industry but focus on different aspects. Sports Neuroscience emphasizes understanding brain functions and neural mechanisms affecting athletic performance, often through research. In contrast, Sports Psychologists work directly with athletes to improve mental skills, motivation, and mental health. While their credentials and work environments overlap somewhat, their core focus areas differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports neuroscientist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sports Neuroscientist, you need a strong background in neuroscience, physiology, and sports science, often supported by an advanced degree (e.g., PhD) in a related field. Familiarity with neuroimaging tools (such as fMRI and EEG), statistical analysis software, and research methodologies is essential. Strong critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills help translate scientific findings into practical applications for athletes and coaches. These skills are crucial for advancing understanding of brain-body interactions in sports and optimizing athletic performance and safety.
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Infographic showing various Sports Neuroscience job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,000 per year, or $14.4 per hour.

General & Fellowship Trained Neurology Physician Openings - Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience I

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Kansas City, MO โ€ข On-site

$250 - $300/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job Description

Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute in Kansas City, MO is excited to welcome BC/BE Neurologists โ€“ both general/community and fellowship-trained in specialties including Stroke, Cognitive/Behavioral Neurology, Headache, Neuromuscular, MS, and Epilepsy. Candidates coming out of training as well as experienced leaders are very welcome and will be well-supported.

About the position
  • Predominantly outpatient-focused positions working with a multidisciplinary team to create individualized treatment plans
  • Saint Luke's Hospital is the primary teaching hospital for the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Medical School; opportunity for academic appointment through UMKC, commensurate with level of experience
  • The neurology residency program provides 12 residents educational opportunities in all of the Neuroscience Institute's comprehensive treatment centers
  • Abundance of research opportunities and track record of success; possibility for start-up funding for motivated candidates
  • On-call responsibilities are shared among the neurologists, which provides a balanced lifestyle in addition to the support of Advanced Practice Providers
  • Fully integrated Epic EMR
  • As a non-profit organization, Saint Luke's employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
  • Saint Luke's has an extremely competitive career employment package that includes a guaranteed salary in addition to excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision & malpractice insurance, tax-deferred retirement plan with employer match, paid time off & a generous yearly CME allowance
  • Candidate must be BC or BE and be eligible for MO and KS state medical licenses
About Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute

Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute is part of Saint Luke's, the West Region of BJC Health, one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States. The Institute is a comprehensive center for neuroscience research, education, and evidence-based medicine that combines faculty in neurology, neurosurgery, interventional neuroradiology, neurotology, psychiatry, and physical medicine and rehabilitation. Its legacy of innovation began in 1993 when doctors performed one of the world's first intra-arterial stroke reversal procedures. Saint Luke's specialists have continued to pioneer new stroke treatments and reverse strokes in thousands of patients through its network of stroke centers. The Neuroscience Institute is a global leader in using both drug and mechanical interventions to reverse the debilitating effects of ischemic stroke.

Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute brings together highly specialized neuroscientists to provide comprehensive treatment for the most complex neurological diseases, including stroke, epilepsy, brain tumors, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, multiple sclerosis, headaches, and facial pain, as well as aneurysms, intracerebral hemorrhages, memory disorders, hearing and balance disorders, and sleep disorders. The Neuroscience Institute's multispecialty team provides the latest minimally invasive spinal surgical techniques to treat acute and chronic back pain. It has a fellowship-trained neurosurgery team with subspecialties ranging from asleep deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery to treating skull-based tumors and everything in between.

About Saint Luke's

Saint Luke's serves the West Region of BJC Health, one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States. Through its 10 hospitals and campuses, multiple health service organizations, and more than 100 primary and specialty care offices, Saint Luke's provides the highest levels of quality and compassionate health care and health-related services for patients in urban, suburban, and rural communities in 65 specialty services across 67 counties in Missouri and Kansas. Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report and is one of the elite hospitals in the region. Saint Luke's is committed to the highest levels of excellence in health care and the advancement of medical research and education. BJC Health is one of the largest employers in Missouri and comprises 24 hospitals and hundreds of clinics and service organizations, operating in two distinct regions, serving patients in its East Region as BJC HealthCare.

About Kansas City

Saint Luke's is proud to call Kansas City home. With locations on both sides of the state line, the health system serves more than 2.1 million people and 240 neighborhoods in Kansas and Missouri. USA Today has regularly named Kansas City a top area for affordability, high-quality schools, and low traffic. The greater Kansas City metro area is a vibrant, growing community known for its thriving arts scene, world champion sports teams, natural beauty, and exceptional quality of life.

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience: Doctorate Degree

Job Details
  • Full Time
  • Day (United States of America)

The best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke's 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.

Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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