Lead Research Scientist, AI

UL Solutions

Lead Research Scientist in AI at UL Research Institutes focused on NLP and LLM safety. Directing research programs, and analyzing results to improve public safety in the AI field.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $131,186 - $180,381 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AI test and evaluation research, particularly in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Large Language Models (LLMs). Proven ability to lead research initiatives, secure funding, and analyze data to drive solutions.

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PhD In Computer ScienceNLP Research ExperienceLLM Research ExperienceResearch Proposal DevelopmentAI/Software Engineering Expertise

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisAI Test And EvaluationResearch Program ManagementExperimental AnalysisDigital Safety Evaluation Tools

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaboration

Industry Keywords

AI SystemsResearch FundingCompetitive ProposalsPublic Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Formulate, design, and manage independent test and evaluation research programs to protect the public from AI systems harms
Lead and contribute to the development of competitive research proposals
Serve as a principal investigator for AI test and evaluation research programs in NLP and LLMs
Analyze experimental results to determine causes of problems and develop solutions
Plan, design, and execute research challenges using Digital Safety’s evaluation tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in computer Science with a focus on NLP or LLMs plus 6 or more years of directly related research experience
Master’s degree in computer science with a focus on NLP or LLMs plus 8 or more years of directly related research experience
Bachelor’s degree in computer science with a focus on NLP or LLMs plus 12 or more years of directly related research experience
Expert knowledge of AI/software engineering disciplines
Demonstrated experience to secure research funding through competitive proposal development
Excellent communication skills
Advanced AI/software engineering and data analysis skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with research scientists, engineers, and external partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders
Opportunities for professional development
Extensive outreach and education initiatives