Run Research Physiologist II

Run Research Physiologist II

At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That's why we're driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it's a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line. Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.

Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:

• Runner First We act in the best interest of the runner
• Word Is Bond We do what we say we'll do
• Champion Heart We give our all in everything we do
• There Is No 'I' In Run We stay generous with our humanity
• Keep Moving We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!

We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement - because we're all moving towards something. Let's run there.

The mission of the Run Research Team is to create and leverage novel, scientific concepts and runner-driven product performance insights to create amazing products to help everyone run their path.

As a Run Research Physiologist II, you will be an integral part of the Run Research Team helping to create the future of the run. In this role, you will use your advanced knowledge of exercise physiology and scientific methods to investigate key performance indicators to maximize runner performance and recovery and reduce injury risk. You will work cross functionally, collaborating with Run Performance Researchers, Run Behavior Researchers, and Run Research Data Scientists to transform runner insights to innovative products.

Your Responsibilities:

• Design exercise physiology research studies that generate new insights that may drive new technologies to improve runner performance and reduce injury incidence.
• Independently lead research studies including collecting, recording, and analyzing exercise physiology data, in an unbiased, objective manner.
• Connect thoughtfully with runners and the run to identify unexplored opportunities.
• Identify functional groups of runners based on physiological insights that inform running performance and injury prevention.
• Apply scientific expertise and critical thinking to solve complex research questions, adapt and combine existing concepts in new ways, and identify opportunities to improve runner performance and recovery.
• Develop and apply analysis and visualization approaches that support interpretation of physiological data and research findings.
• Collaborate cross functionally with the Run Research Team including behavior researchers, performance researchers, and data scientists to translate physiological findings to inform product decisions.
• Create insightful and interpretable presentation of physiological findings that inform product direction. Tailor messaging for cross functional teams with non-technical backgrounds so they are able to build on ideas and provide feedback.
• Apply and evolve research methodologies to capture emerging aspects of running behavior – such as running environment and emotional engagement – ensuring a future-forward understanding of the run.
• Effectively translate research project findings and project status updates to product creation teams (Development, Product Line Management, Design). Provide articulate, persuasive, and actionable conclusions with recommendations for next steps and how projects will drive a positive business impact.
• Identify opportunities for future research and provide recommendations to research leadership regarding potential project areas.
• Ability to understand how the project aligns within the organizational goals and priorities.
• Share physiological expertise and research findings with team members and cross-functional partners. Present to technical and non-technical groups, clearly communicating data-driven insights.
• May manage up to 1 direct report. Other responsibilities as required.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. with a background in Exercise Physiology and/or Exercise Science or an equivalent analytical field and 1+ years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training (e.g., Masters and 3+ years…