Insights Specialist

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity foranInsights SpecialistatUL Standards & Engagement.This is a hybrid opportunity based inWashington, DC.

TheInsights Specialistwill support the execution of qualitative and quantitative research initiatives to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. The Insights Specialist will help generate meaningful, evidence-based insights, through support of market research studies, as well as pattern and trend analysis across multiple data sources to inform strategic decision making. The Insights Specialist will coordinate research activities,maintainknowledge resources, and support effective delivery of high-quality insights that enable the organization toanticipateemerging issues, and drive continuous impact across the safety standards ecosystem.

UL Standards & Engagement:

AtUL Standards & Engagement(ULSE),weexpand the boundaries of safety science tocreate a more secure and sustainable world. Formore thana century, we havecreated new safety standardsand shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries.Weidentifycritical safety and sustainability issues, askingtoughquestions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge.

Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us.Join us and work with ourStandardsteamswho develop the standardsrequiredto putthat knowledgeinto practice.

Whatyou'lllearnandachieve:

AstheInsights Specialist,youwill play a key role in the rapid growth ofULas you:

• Support qualitative and quantitative research initiatives that help inform strategic priorities, market understanding, and organizational decision making.Assistand independently manage assigned research projects and activities from planning through delivery.

• Support the design and implementation of research studies, including surveys, secondary analysis, focus groups, in-depth interviews, environmentalscansand other relevant research approaches to gather insightful data and ensure high-quality research outcomes.

• Collect, organize, and manage research inputs from internal and external sources, ensuring data integrity, accessibility, andappropriate documentationthroughout the research process.

• Assistwith qualitative and quantitative analysis usingappropriate toolsand methodologies, including coding, thematic analysis, trend identification, comparative analysis, and other relevant methods.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather relevant inputs, clarify research needs, and support the development of high-quality insights. Translate research findings into clear, concise, and actionable insights through summaries, reports,presentationsand other support resources.

• Coordinate activities among internal teams, external research partners,consultantsand other contributors engaged in designated Insights initiatives.

• Maintainand organize internal repository of research findings, data resources, reports, and reference materials relevant to categories of safety science.

• Support planning and scheduling of key research activities. Maintain Insights team calendar and track critical milestones, interviews, focus groups, and deliverables.

• Make notable contributions to shared team goals and independently manage workload effectively, usingappropriate communicationand adherence to deliverable and timeline expectations.

• Continuouslymonitorindustry trends, advancements in research methodologies, and emerging technologies to enhance the effectiveness and innovation of our qualitative research practices.

• Perform other duties as directed.

Whatyou'llexperience working atUL Standards & Engagement:We have pursued our mission of workingfora safer, more secure,and sustainableworldfornearly 130years,embedding conscientious stewardshipintoeverything we do.

• People:Our people make us special.You'llwork with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network,becauseour approach is collaborative. We collaborateacross 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.Weseewhat'son the horizon anduse ourexpertiseto build the foundations of a safer future.You'llhave the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.

• Growandachieve: We learn, work,and grow togetherthroughtargeted 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 fosterpartnershipsthat enable us to pursue abeneficentfuture in which we all can thrive.

• Total Rewards:All employees at UL Standards & Engagement 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 anadditional4% 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.

Whatmakes 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:

• Demonstratedknowledge in market research methodologies with strong analytical capability and abilitysupportqualitative and quantitative studies using structured and disciplined approaches.

• Ability to interpret data,identifythemes and trends, and convert findings into practical, actionable insights and strategic recommendations.

• Proficiencyin project management with experience developing project timelines, scope, and managing project resources. Ability to apply independent judgement in selecting methods, assessing results, and refining solutions.

• Effective communication,presentationand facilitation skills, with ability to convey complex information to various stakeholdergroup, including technical and non-technical audiences.

• Positive and collaborative interpersonal skills, able to foster partnership and drive internal knowledge sharing across teams or functions.

• Strategic thinker with ability to innovate and adapt in a dynamic industry landscape

Professional education and experience requirements for the role include:

• Bachelor's degree. Advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum 3 years of related work experience in insights, data analysis, marketresearchor related field involving qualitative and quantitative research support.

• Experience supporting or managing research activities such as surveys, secondary analysis, focus groups,interviewsand data synthesis.

• Proficiencywith Excel and common research,surveyand data analysis tools such as Qualtrics, SPSS, R, Python, or Tableau.

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,conveneexperts 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 enhancingsocietal well-being.

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

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