Senior Run Research Physiologist at Brooks

Department: Footwear

Compensation

$124,234 – $186,404/yr

Setup: On-site
Location: Seattle, Washington
Type: Full-time
Level: senior
Posted: May 6, 2026

Description

Brooks is hiring a Senior Run Research Physiologist to lead original exercise physiology research projects that improve runner performance, recovery, and injury risk while informing footwear innovation. The role manages research programs and projects, analyzes human physiology data, collaborates with product and senior stakeholders, presents scientific findings, and may manage one direct report. The position is based in Seattle and requires a Ph.D. or equivalent education, at least three years of applied laboratory-based exercise physiology research experience, ACSM-EP certification, and strong data-collection and communication skills.

Required Skills

Exercise physiology
Experimental design
Statistical methods
Data collection
Data analysis
Project management
Data storytelling
ACSM-EP certification

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or an equivalent analytical field, or equivalent education, experience, and training
Required Previous Experiences: At least 3 years of applied laboratory-based exercise physiology research in endurance sports, preferably running
Expert experience with study design and unbiased data collection, recording, and analysis
Expert experience with human subject data collection using metabolic, spirometry, biomarker, muscle oxygenation, phlebotomy, and thermography systems
Active ACSM-EP certification with at least 3 years of applied laboratory-based research experience with elite athletes, preferably runners
Proven track record of creating innovative exercise physiology research studies related to running products
Experience teaching, training, and presenting scientific principles to technical and non-technical groups
Preferred Qualifications: At least 1 year of experience managing direct reports
Expert understanding of anatomy, physiology, applied physiology, experimental design, statistical methods, and running performance
Proven leadership capabilities to supervise a team and lead strategic business objectives
Ability to develop productive relationships with diverse disciplines and cultural backgrounds
Strong organizational and time management skills with adaptability to changing circumstances
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate a point of view to project teams and external stakeholders
Expertise with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, and PDM or other databases