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Brooks Running · 13 hours ago

Run Behavior Researcher II, Run Research Team

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $135K/yr

1+ years exp

Brooks Running is committed to enhancing the running experience through innovative product development. As a Run Behavior Researcher II, you will analyze runner behavior and feedback to guide product design, ensuring that the runner's experience is central to performance innovations.

ApparelFashionManufacturingShoesSporting Goods

Culture & Values

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design and lead research studies with moderate complexity that capture both the physical and emotional dimensions of the run, including movement usage, usage patterns, and subjective feedback

Analyze running behavior through wearable metrics and product usage logs to uncover insights that inform footwear design and performance testing. Identifying new features within established tools to quantify on the run and product experience

Integrate qualitative feedback from surveys to understand how runners interpret comfort, performance, and connection to the product

Develop frameworks and visualization tools that quantify runner behavior and link it to product perception, that reveal new insights that guide decision making

Ensure on-time conclusions regarding product experience informed through the runner in accordance with critical calendar deadlines to enable on time delivery of product to market

Collaborate cross-functionally with the Run Research Team, including biomechanists, physiologists, and data scientists, to translate behavioral findings into actionable product direction

Communicate findings through visual storytelling and clear summaries that connect complex data to real runner needs. Cross functional teams with non-technical backgrounds must be able to build on ideas and provide feedback

Evolve 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

Teach, train, and present data science principles to other members of the Run Research Team. Present to technical and non-technical groups, clearly communicating data-driven insights

May manage up to 1 direct report

Other responsibilities as required

Qualification

Ph.D. in biomechanicsData analysis PythonData analysis SQLQualitativeQuantitative researchAthletic performance knowledgeRunning shoe design understandingMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skillsGrowth mindset

Required

Ph.D. in biomechanics or related field including engineering, kinesiology, physiology, exercise science, human factors and ergonomics plus 1+ years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training (e.g., M.Sc . +3). 6+ years of experience in the performance industry in lieu of a graduate degree

Proficient Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills

Proficient in coding to prep, blend, analyze and visualize data (Python, SQL, MATLAB, Qualtrics)

Experience identifying new features in wearable data that can be translated into research insights

Expertise with qualitative and quantitative data collection and study design evaluation, including collecting and analyzing data in an unbiased manner

Experience in presenting scientific principles to technical and non-technical groups

Keen attention to detail

Organizational and time management skills with the ability to plan, organize and execute tasks with short timelines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an advanced ability to communicate points of views concisely and functional expertise within project teams

Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders with varying skills and perspectives

Curious and open minded – always up for a challenge and always looking to improve our products and processes

Comfort with uncertainty and absorbing new knowledge fast

Demonstrated ability to try things quickly rather than waiting for a “perfect” plan

Demonstrates an optimistic winning attitude that drives problem solving

Demonstrates a growth mindset, seeking and providing feedback regularly

Demonstrates ability to operate independently with defined goals

Demonstrated ability to develop highly productive relationships with individuals and teams that are made up of diverse disciplines and cultural backgrounds resulting in effective working relationships across the company

Be self-driven and show the ability to deliver on ambiguous projects with incomplete data

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment, anticipating and resolving problems in a timely manner

A positive attitude that embraces and lives the Brooks values!

Preferred

Knowledge of athletic performance and injury prevention

Understanding of running shoe design features and components and how they influence product experience

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

HSA and employer contribution

FSA

Family & fertility assistance

401K Savings Plan and match

Employee assistance program

Transportation assistance

Generous time off, including three to five weeks of paid time off

Eleven paid holidays

Paid sick and parental leave

Annual bonus based on company performance

Product discounts

Employee recognition

Fitness discounts

Volunteer and donation benefits

Company

Brooks Running

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Brooks Running designs and manufactures high-performance running shoes, apparel, and accessories for both male and female runners. It is a sub-organization of Berkshire Hathaway.

Founded in 1914

Seattle, Washington, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.brooksrunning.com

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