Adam Bulman
United Kingdom
Summary
Actively in a role as Lead Academy Sport Scientist at Burnley Football Club. MSc graduate in Strength and Conditioning from the University of Salford. First Class (1:1) graduate in Sport and Exercise Science from Loughborough University. Actively seeking a role in elite sport as a Sport Scientist / Physical Performance Coach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Lead Academy Sport Scientist
Burnley FC
10.2024 - Current
- Lead U21 Sport Scientist
- Leading of the sports science support and strategy within the BFC academy, primarily in the PDP.
- Lead on design and implementation of strategies for athletic development, player readiness and physical profiling.
- Leading on-pitch provision of sports science support to U21 players.
- External workload monitoring both acutely and chronically for PDP academy players.
- Leading the delivery and design of end-stage rehab protocols for U21 players, bridging the gap between rehab and the demands of training and match play.
- Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to outline strategies to maximise performance and ensure availability.
Academy Sport Scientist
Burnley FC
03.2024 - 10.2024
- U18 Sport Scientist
- Supervision of sports science support and strategy within the BFC academy, primarily in the PDP.
- Lead on design and implementation of strategies for athletic development, player readiness and physical profiling.
- Leading on-pitch provision of sports science support primarily to U18, and U21 players.
- Leading the delivery and design of end-stage rehab protocols for U18 players, bridging the gap between rehab and the demands of training and match play.
- Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to outline strategies to maximise performance and ensure availability.
Academy Sport Science Intern
Burnley FC
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Supervision of sports science support and strategy within the BFC academy, primarily in the YDP and FDP.
- Support on design and implementation of strategies for athletic development, and physical profiling.
- Leading of on-pitch provision of sports science support, predominantly to U16 players.
- Aided the Academy Manager and Head of Coaching in scholarship decisions using objective data.
- Worked closely with education staff, and player care in the organisation of the Day Release programme.
Strength + Conditioning Intern
Speedworks Training
10.2022 - 09.2025
- Worked collaboratively with world leading sprint coaches such as Jonas Tawiah-Dodoo.
- Periodised and programmed training blocks for gym-based training provision for Loughborough-based sprint squad.
- Delivered 1-on-1 coaching with elite footballers and rugby players from several clubs including West Ham United.
- Provided testing for the England national U16 team in maximal velocity, acceleration, and movement screening.
Strength + Conditioning Coach Intern
Carlisle United
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Assistance in gym-based and on-field delivery with aim to improve performance.
- Assisted sport science and medical teams in several stages of rehabilitation in the gym and on return to play.
- Developed physiological mechanisms using training methods such as weightlifting derivatives to develop RFD.
- Performed various fitness tests and utilised relevant data.
- Tested, screened, and coached players across a spectrum of ages from academy (U9-U18) to the 1st team squad.
- Collected, sorted, and presented GPS data for the first team squad, using the Catapult Vector system.
- Created and taken responsibility for player wellness surveys in with first team players.
Strength + Conditioning Coach Volunteer
Austin Friars School
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Volunteered as a strength and conditioning coach for 1st XV men's rugby and 1st XI women's hockey squads.
- Delivered weekly gym sessions in fundamental technique.
- Delivered 1-to-1 Olympic weightlifting technique sessions.
Education
MSc - Strength and Conditioning
University of Salford
09.2023 - 09.2025
BSc (Hons) - Sport and Exercise Science
Loughborough University
01.2019 - 01.2023
Richard Rose Central Academy
01.2012 - 01.2019
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- IT proficiency
- Organizational management
- MDT collaboration
References
- Will, Carlos, Head of Academy Sports Science and Medical, w.carlos@burnleyfc.co.uk, +447807986499, Burnley FC
- Jamie, Roper, Head of Performance (Formerly), jroper97@outlook.com, +44756443752, Carlisle United FC
Certification
- BASES SE
- UKSCA associate – able to obtain accreditation within 12 months.
- FA EFAiF and FA Safeguarding Certification
- Speedworks Virtual Internship.
- DPS Diploma (Distinction)
- FA Level 1 Coaching and FA Level 7 Referee
- Full UK driving license.
Timeline
Lead Academy Sport Scientist
Burnley FC
10.2024 - Current
Academy Sport Scientist
Burnley FC
03.2024 - 10.2024
MSc - Strength and Conditioning
University of Salford
09.2023 - 09.2025
Academy Sport Science Intern
Burnley FC
01.2023 - 03.2024
Strength + Conditioning Intern
Speedworks Training
10.2022 - 09.2025
Strength + Conditioning Coach Volunteer
Austin Friars School
01.2022 - 06.2022
Strength + Conditioning Coach Intern
Carlisle United
06.2021 - 09.2022
BSc (Hons) - Sport and Exercise Science
Loughborough University
01.2019 - 01.2023
Richard Rose Central Academy
01.2012 - 01.2019
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