Research Associate bei Ulse

Job Description

At UL Research Institutes, we know why we come to work.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Associate at UL Research Institutes. The Research Associate will contribute to research projects under the guidance of IREE leadership.  Responsibilities include literature reviews, data collection and analysis, experimental design, and collaborative efforts within the research team. The Research Associate will be responsible for supporting IREE’s sponsored research program and study related to youth and climate change education.

This is a remote position that will require travel and virtual collaboration with team members in multiple time zones.

UL Research Institutes:

At UL Research Institutes (ULRI), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have studied the unintended consequences of innovation, designed solutions to mitigate risk and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking the tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge.

Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us. Join us and work with our teams who conduct the research required to produce that knowledge and put into practice.

IREE:

The Institute of Research Experiences and Education (IREE) cultivates the next generation of safety scientists through a mix of unique educational programs, academic partnerships, and research and standards development experiences.

We translate the findings of our research institutes into compelling educational materials, bringing to life scientific concepts using contemporary best education practices to create learning opportunities for a wide variety of secondary through postgraduate students. Our academic collaborations and support for

the next generation of safety scientists likewise reach across the educational spectrum, including partnerships that reach out to students who are underrepresented in STEM fields.

Through all of our programs, we aim to unlock the diverse perspectives that are essential for solving the world’s most pressing safety and sustainability issues.

What you’ll learn and achieve:

As the Research Associate, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:

• Support portfolio of research projects including study of internship experiences for emerging STEM professionals, climate change education, digital safety and educators, research and practice integration, and the ULRI sponsored research program. 

• Conduct literature reviews to inform research projects.

• Assist in designing and implementing experiments or studies.

• Collect and analyze data using appropriate methods and tools.

• Collaborate with research program leadership and stakeholders on ongoing projects.

• Prepare and present research findings at conferences or in academic settings.

• Contribute to the development of research papers, proposals and grant applications.

• Support the development of IREE research programming for the annual ULRI Research Symposium.

• Support for IREE interns and fellows working on Research & Evaluation projects.

• Perform other duties as directed.

What you’ll experience working at UL Research Institutes:

For the organizations across the UL enterprise, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new. We have pursued our mission of working for a safer, more secure, and sustainable world for nearly 130 years, embedding conscientious stewardship into everything we do.

• People: Our people make us special. You’ll work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network, because our approach is collaborative. We collaborate across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today’s global challenges require.

• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here. We see what’s on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.

• Grow and achieve: We learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.

• Values. Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and foster the partnerships that enable us to pursue a beneficent future in which we all can thrive.

• Total Rewards: All employees at UL Research Institutes are eligible for bonus compensation. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Moreover, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager. We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.

What makes you a great fit:

While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:

• Demonstrated ability to conduct literature reviews, design experiments, and analyze data.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret research results effectively.

• Ability to work effectively within a team and collaborate with, education team members, peers, and senior researchers.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting research findings and writing reports.

• Efficient and independent organizational and time-management skills to meet project deadlines.

• Flexibility to adapt to evolving research needs and methodologies.

• Proactive approach to problem-solving and taking initiative in the research process.

Professional education and experience requirements for the role include:

• Bachelor’s degree in education research, STEM education research, or a related field.

• Strong academic record and coursework in the field of study.

• Prior research experience, preferably in education research.

• Proficiency in relevant research tools and methodologies.

About UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing societal well-being.

Our wholly owned subsidiary, UL Solutions, advances our shared public safety mission. We fund our work through grants, the licensing of standards documents and the business activities of UL Solutions, which conducts testing, verification and certification, and provides training and advisory services, along with data-driven reporting and decision-making tools for customers around the world.

To learn more, visit our websites UL.org and ULSE.org.

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