David Bailey

Performance Consultant & Sports Scientist

Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

About

With over 20 years of experience in elite sport as a coach, scientist, and performance director, I have supported world-class athletes, including multiple Olympic and World Champions. My background in cutting-edge sports science research and global sports nutrition, combined with an in-depth understanding of the performance demands at the elite level, equips me with a unique skill set tailored for any performance-driven environment. Specialties: Exercise Physiology, Sports Nutrition, Project Management, Exercise Biochemistry, Immunology, Performance Interventions, Hypoxic Training

Experience

  • Head of Sport Science at NSN Cycling Team
    Dec 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 7 mos

    Responsible for managing the implementation of scientific support for professional cycling teams and coordinating performance-focused research projects.

  • Sports Nutrition Consultant at Amazentis Life Sciences
    Jun 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 1 mo

    Advisor for product development, R&D, and application at Time-line, a cutting-edge sports nutrition company originating from the innovation center at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne.

  • Performance Advisor at Pillar
    May 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 2 mos

    Scientific consultant for the development of an AI application for endurance athletes, utilising machine learning and historical performance data to create personalized training programs.

  • Head of Performance at Team Bahrain Victorious
    Oct 2018 - Oct 2021 · 3 yrs 1 mo

    Led scientific support for the professional cycling team in partnership with McLaren Applied Technologies. Provided coaching and nutrition support across the team, while also serving as a sport director.

  • Head of Performance at Continuum Sports LLC / BMC Racing Team
    Sep 2014 - Sep 2018 · 4 yrs 1 mo

    As Lead Sports Scientist for the BMC Pro-Cycling Team, I supported elite cyclists in UCI World Tour events, overseeing performance projects, managing race preparation, and implementing nutrition interventions to enhance performance.