Overview
Job Description and Duties
Candidates 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 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 analyzing and drawing conclusions from research studies of the microbial, viral, and immunologic aspects of infectious diseases. The employee will plan, organize and carry out studies of moderate scientific scope and complexity such as the collection and analysis of testing data from surveillance projects for trends and emerging issues relating to viral and rickettsial disease agents of public health significance to share with CDPH, partners, and stakeholders such as local public health laboratories and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC); will serve as a team member on larger public health projects within the Branch and will act as a technical scientific and data consultant; maintain compliance with the CDPH/VRDL quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) program and applicable regulations, as well as make decisions and address problems using established guidelines and procedures. Work will be reviewed periodically to ensure that it conforms to established policies and procedures.
This position requires the Incumbent to maintain consistent and regular attendance; communicate effectively (orally and in writing if both appropriate) in dealing with the public and/or other employees; develop and maintain knowledge and skill related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and adhere to departmental policies and procedures regarding attendance, leave, and conduct.
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.
