Product Research Associate 2 [AQ-19513]

About the role

Aquent is seeking a dedicated individual to join a leading global enterprise at the forefront of innovation. This organization is committed to groundbreaking discoveries, creating revolutionary performance-enhancing products that empower athletes worldwide and shape the future of sport and human potential. Step into a pivotal role within a pioneering research team, where your expertise will directly inform the next generation of performance-enhancing products. This is your chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of athletes globally, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in sports performance and shaping the future of sport through impactful, large-scale field research. The client is a global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment, focusing on innovation, performance, and marketing, partnering with top athletes and teams, emphasizing sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day logistics and support data collection and analysis for sport research programs.
• Interact with researchers, athletes, and other staff, effectively communicating study details, troubleshooting equipment, and providing crucial updates.
• Oversee inventory management of essential research tools and products, ensuring smooth operations.
• Summarize and visualize complex data, transforming raw information into actionable insights.
• Assist in the preparation of comprehensive reports and compelling presentations.
• Contribute to larger scale field-based research studies, working directly with athletes to meticulously study movement patterns in real-world environments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in human participant research.
• Demonstrated experience with data processing, aggregation, analysis, and visualization.
• Proven hands-on experience with human subject testing.
• A track record of creative problem-solving in research settings.
• Experience specifically in performance research.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• A degree is highly preferred, especially in fields such as movement science (e.g., biomechanics, kinesiology, biomedical engineering).
• Familiarity with biomechanics, performance research, wearable sensors, motion capture, and force plates.
• High level of initiative and the ability to perform tasks independently.

Skills

• Working knowledge of programming languages such as Python or Matlab.
• Exposure to industry research.

Benefits

• Subsidized health, vision, and dental plans.
• Paid sick leave.
• Retirement plans with a match.
• Free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.