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Nike Senior Manager, Footwear Research Innovation in Beaverton, Oregon
The Nike Sport Research Lab (NSRL) is a multidisciplinary team of researchers and innovators who lead with science to make athletes* measurably better. We deliver novel insights and innovative capabilities to drive the future of Nike products and services. We employ scientific methods to uncover new knowledge and apply new concepts to the product design process in conjunction with multiple Innovation and Product Development teams across Nike.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
As our Senior Manager, Footwear Research Innovation, you will help lead the Footwear Research Team and will directly manage our rank of Lead Footwear Researchers. We are looking for an experienced Researcher/Innovator with a complete understanding of both the research and product development processes, with an affinity for people managing and supporting Technical Experts.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
In this role, you will:
Work closely with the Footwear Research Team’s Senior Director, Director, and Manager to together lead all aspects of Footwear Research in the NSRL, including aspects such as portfolio management and delivering results to business partners
Directly manage our rank of Lead Researchers, the Technical Experts responsible for creating/inventing novel research capabilities in the NSRL
Be a dynamic problem solver instantly attending to any productivity issues identified by Lead Researchers, including stepping in to cover active research when needed
Regularly assess team and individual strengths and identify opportunities for training and development
Be a team manager committed to providing direct reports clear descriptions of roles and responsibilities and working to enhance their engagement
WHAT YOU BRING
B.Sc, M.Sc. or PhD. in Biomechanics, or related field including Engineering, Kinesiology, Human Factors, or Ergonomics
Possess a thorough understanding of anatomy, biomechanical principles, experimental design and statistical procedures
Demonstrate an understanding of sport performance & injury mechanisms
Experience using research to directly impact consumer products and/or product creation preferred
Advanced knowledge and experience with tools used to collect biomechanical data (e.g. motion capture, force plates, pressure insoles, etc.)
Experience running a focused research program is a plus
Knowledge of footwear and the product creation processes is a plus
Ability to run multiple projects simultaneously
Good communication and people skills
Experience working with human test subjects
Ability to travel up to 10%
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.