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Dedicated to Safety
For more than a century, UL has conducted rigorous independent research and developed safety standards to improve living and working conditions throughout the world.
We aspire to do even more. With the pace of technological change accelerating, we’re working for a future in which safety science research is built into innovation and technology is used both safely and ethically. Our aim is to help drive transformative change in pursuit of a safer and more resilient society.
Guided By Science
We collaborate with experts around the world to evaluate current and emerging safety and health concerns, then conduct research using a meticulous and transparent process that underscores the integrity of our scientific research. Our focus is on the grand challenges of today’s world — challenges related to global climate change, individual and societal health, and the rapid growth of artificial intelligence. Strengthened by our historic $1.8 billion commitment to safety science work, we are expanding the scale and scope of our research to help solve these and other pressing global safety challenges.
Benefits
Read about the wide array of benefits we offer to meet the needs of our professionals. Eligibility rules apply.
Health and Well-Being
- Medical with pharmacy, dental, vision, pharmacy
- Virtual visits and preventive care
- HSA with Employer Contribution
- Healthcare FSA and Limited Purpose FSA
- Dependent Care FSA and Commuter FSA
- Employee assistance program and concierge personal care assistance
- Company-paid identity theft protection through NortonLifeLock
- Up to $10,000 towards adoption assistance
Paid Time Off
- Paid vacation
- Holidays
- Three floating holidays (2 floating holidays for regular part-time employees)
- Two days volunteer time off
Retirement Benefits and Security
- 401(k) matching up to 5% base salary. Additional retirement contribution 1 year of service of 4% base salary for a total of up to 9% company contributions.
- Brokerage account
- Online forecasting and investment advice
Paid Leave of Absence
- Parental bonding leave (6 weeks)
- Family medical leave for caregivers (4 weeks)
- Paid sick leave, short- and long-term disability
Flexibility and Professional Development
- Hybrid work
- Flexible work arrangements
- Tuition assistance
- Online training resource library
Voluntary Benefits
- Critical illness insurance
- Group accident insurance
- Long term care
Advancing Science Through Open Science
To advance science, open science is needed. We publish our work; share our findings at conferences, events, and educational symposiums; and harness the power of partnerships to propel research forward faster and with confidence. Big problems are better solved when groups pool resources and trade knowledge for the good of science and society. Join our team today and help us make a difference in the world.
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See How We’re Helping to Build a Safer World
Funding scientific discovery
Discoveries in Safety Grants
We fund scientific research to make the world safer, healthier, and more sustainable.
Bringing Safety Science Research to Life
Our top scientists strive to keep people safe at home and in their communities by tackling emerging threats to our environment, physical health, and the digital ecosystem.
Partnerships
Everyone benefits when world-class institutions work together to take on big challenges. Join us.
Grants
We’re funding scientific research to make the world safer, healthier, and more sustainable. Learn about funding opportunities.
Careers
Work to make the world a safer place. Start a rewarding career at UL Research Institutes with other socially minded colleagues focused on innovation, collaboration, and ethics.