Overview

Job Description and Duties

The Research Data Specialist II (RDSII) independently performs the more complex data analysis to obtain lab data and ensure it is reported accurately. The RDSII provides professional support to blood bank and biologics and tissue bank licensing and inspection; reviews and monitors data submitted with biologics and tissue bank new and renewal applications to assure compliance with California biologics and tissue bank licensure requirements as specified in the California Health and Safety Code.

The RDSII is responsible for coordinating complex projects and activities, working with CDPH’s Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) and the California Reportable Disease Information Exchange (CalREDIE) to ensure that the program meets the need for data that is accurate and can be used for reports. The RDSII has responsibility for designing and directing major complex research projects and activities. This position is required to travel up to 5% to attend meeting and trainings within the State.

About The California Department of Public Health

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision

CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff­ members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.