What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES) JC-469536 position at California Department of Public Health?
Department Information
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
All California Department of Public Health (CDPH), employees perform work that is of the utmost importance, where each employee is important in supporting and promoting an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusivity, essential to the delivery of the department’s mission. All employees are valued and should understand that their contributions and the contributions of their team members derive from different cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences, supporting innovations in public health services and programs for California.
The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer.
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
Incumbents in one of these classifications, where a Master’s Degree is required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 2% of their monthly base pay. Those where a Doctoral Degree is a required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 3% of their monthly base pay. Individuals with both a Master’s and Doctoral Degree will be given the best benefit in relation to salary shall only be eligible for only one amount.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by leveraging data to enhance services for vulnerable populations and employing maternal, child and adolescent health (MCAH) surveillance systems for evidence-based decision-making.
Under the general supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor (RSS I), chief of the MCAH Surveillance and Assessment Unit, the Research Scientist (RS II) plans, organizes, and carries out research studies and public health surveillance activities of moderate scope and scientific complexity related to MCAH populations and programs. The incumbent serves as a team member on public health projects and investigations within the MCAH Epidemiology, Surveillance, and Federal Reporting (ESFR) Section and acts as a technical scientific consultant on specific phases of more complex scientific research studies.
This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
Final Filing Date: 3/28/2025
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-469536
Position #(s): 580-520-5590-909
Working Title: Maternal and Child Health Research Scientist
Classification: RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES) $7,367.00 - $9,422.00
Shall Consider:
RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS) $7,367.00 - $9,422.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
All California Department of Public Health (CDPH), employees perform work that is of the utmost importance, where each employee is important in supporting and promoting an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusivity, essential to the delivery of the department’s mission. All employees are valued and should understand that their contributions and the contributions of their team members derive from different cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences, supporting innovations in public health services and programs for California.
The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer.
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
Incumbents in one of these classifications, where a Master’s Degree is required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 2% of their monthly base pay. Those where a Doctoral Degree is a required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 3% of their monthly base pay. Individuals with both a Master’s and Doctoral Degree will be given the best benefit in relation to salary shall only be eligible for only one amount.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by leveraging data to enhance services for vulnerable populations and employing maternal, child and adolescent health (MCAH) surveillance systems for evidence-based decision-making.
Under the general supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor (RSS I), chief of the MCAH Surveillance and Assessment Unit, the Research Scientist (RS II) plans, organizes, and carries out research studies and public health surveillance activities of moderate scope and scientific complexity related to MCAH populations and programs. The incumbent serves as a team member on public health projects and investigations within the MCAH Epidemiology, Surveillance, and Federal Reporting (ESFR) Section and acts as a technical scientific consultant on specific phases of more complex scientific research studies.
This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
Final Filing Date: 3/28/2025
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-469536
Position #(s): 580-520-5590-909
Working Title: Maternal and Child Health Research Scientist
Classification: RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES) $7,367.00 - $9,422.00
Shall Consider:
RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS) $7,367.00 - $9,422.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.
Salary : $7,367 - $9,422
