Lab Operations Associate Manager, Run Research

Who We Are:

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.   

Your Responsibilities:

EQUIPMENT & TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Manage the day-to-day operation of the Brooks Run Research Lab physical space and all associated testing spaces.

Own the administration and lifecycle management of the Lab systems and technologies, ensuring operational readiness, performance standards and alignment with research priorities.

Develop, coordinate and oversee inspection, calibration, maintenance and service programs for lab equipment.

Administer vendor relationships, service agreements, and maintenance contracts for research technologies, evaluating service performance and recommending improvements. Maintain and support a wide range of research technologies, including but not limited to:

• 3D Motion Capture Systems
• Instrumented treadmills and force measurement systems
• In-shoe pressure measurement systems
• Foot scanning and fit technologies
• VALD performance assessment systems
• Metabolic carts and respiratory analysis equipment
• Heart rate and physiological monitoring systems
• EMG and neuromuscular assessment technologies
• Wearable sensor platforms
• Data acquisition and synchronization hardware
• Apply knowledge of human physiology and biomechanics to configure equipment for optimal performance studies.
• Execute regular calibration and validation protocols.
• Maintain documentation and standard operating procedures for equipment setup and operation.
• Partner with IT to maintain lab equipment as needed.
• Support long-term laboratory equipment replacement strategies by evaluating emerging lab technologies and developing recommendations regarding equipment upgrades, replacement priorities, and technology investments based on research needs, capability gaps, lifecycle considerations and operational efficiency. Support laboratory operating and capital planning processes by identifying equipment replacement needs, preparing business justifications, and providing recommendations for future investments

LAB MANAGEMENT

• Maintain a safe, organized and efficient laboratory environment.
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