This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and
strategic plan by performing quality, timely, highly complex public health laboratory
testing for epidemiologic investigation and testing of bacterial diseases of public health
importance in the State of California.
The Research Scientist I (RS I) works within the Microbial Diseases Laboratory (MDL)
Branch, Bacterial Diseases Section (BDS). The incumbent will work under supervision of the Reference Bacteriology Unit Supervisor to carry out applied scientific research studies of limited scope and complexity. The RS I is expected to assist with development of protocols; troubleshoot procedures; collect data; work with various computer software applications to analyze results; write reports and
manuscripts; maintain accurate and complete documentation; present scientific findings
to the public; and teach lab practices and concepts in single or group sessions.
The candidate is required to have advanced laboratory knowledge and skills in order to
perform testing duties of this position, including but not limited: culture inoculation; use
of conventional and molecular methods; demonstration of good aseptic technique;
knowledge and understanding of basic operation of general laboratory equipment (such
incubators, centrifuges, freezers, autoclave; PCR thermal cycler); demonstration of safe laboratory practices when handling infectious/hazardous materials; data entry in the
Laboratory Information Management system (LIMS); write testing reports; participate in
quality management.
The RS I may perform testing of specimens submitted from local public health labs and
other CDPH partners in support of antimicrobial susceptibility testing of bacterial
isolates related to hospital-associated infections (HAI), sexually transmitted infections
(STIs), outbreak investigations, epidemiologic surveillance, or emergency response.
This position will also provide testing support for Tier 1 Select Agents following
Laboratory Response Network procedures in the High-Risk Pathogens Section (HRPS),
Select Agents & Laboratory Response Unit.
The incumbent works under the supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor I of the Reference Bacteriology Unit.
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In order to be considered for this position, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts official or un-official and/or Degree for education verification
For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week , and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY) . Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control #(469472) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareers Account at Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.
If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 3/20/2025Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Public Health
CCAU Mailing
Attn: Classification & Certification Unit
P.O. Box 997378
MS 1700-1702
Sacramento , CA 95899-7378
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Public Health
CCAU Drop Off
Classification & Certification Unit
1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Please see Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) instructions below at end of posting . Applications received without a written response to the SOQ may be rejected.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Division
(916) 445-0983
apply@cdph.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Ana Garcia
(510) 412-3700
AnaB.Garcia@cdph.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
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