Research Scientist II - Fire Safety Research Institute

Research Scientist II
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Columbia, MDtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR1496
** Job Description
** We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Engineer II at UL Research Institutes, based in our Columbia, MD office.

The Research Scientist II conducts experiments, gathers data, develops preliminary findings, and prepares written reports. The Research Scientist II works closely with other researchers to ensure all processes are accurate and technically sound.
** 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 Fire Safety teams who conduct the research required to produce that knowledge and put into practice.
** Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI)
** UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) advances fire safety knowledge to address the world’s unresolved fire safety risks and emerging dangers. As part of UL Research Institutes, we are committed to sharing our fire safety insights with everyone to advance UL’s public safety mission of providing safe living and working environments for people everywhere. Through advanced fire science, rigorous research, extensive outreach, and education in collaboration with our international network of partners, we share with stakeholders the information, tools, and resources that enable them to make better, more fire-safe decisions that ultimately save lives and property.

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** What you’ll learn and achieve:
** As the Research Engineer II, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:
* Identifies fundamental knowledge needed to enhance UL’s thought leadership and support the strategy of UL.
* Document laboratory procedures, prepare detailed reports, and evaluate technical specifications and factors related to the process or design objectives.
* Identify and recommend hardware and equipment needed for operations, and equipment for general lab and study specific use.
* Stays ahead of changing technologies in the field by reading journals and scientific publications and attending academic conferences.
* Gathers initial data for projects and works with Research Engineers and Scientists to conduct research.
* Assist with publications.
* Operate independently in the lab/field.
* Can assist with data collection and initial analysis.
* Performs other duties as directed.
** What you’ll experience working at UL Research Institutes:
** 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…