JC-465672 – Clinical Research Laboratory Scientist

Overview

The Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) of the California Department of Public Health works to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We run the largest screening program in the world and set the standard in delivering high-quality, cost-effective genetic services to all Californians. The mission of GDSP is “to serve the people of California by reducing the emotional and financial burden of disability and death caused by genetic and congenital disorders.”

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 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 planning, organizing, and carrying out scientific research of moderate scope and complexity. This position requires hands-on work in the laboratory on testing of dried blood spot, serum, plasma and blood specimens of newborn babies for detection of Lysosomal Storage Disorder (LSD) disease screening, Guanidinoacetate Methyltransferase Deficiency (GAMT), Metabolic 2nd Tier, & Phenylketonuria (PKU) Monitoring using tandem mass spectrometry in our high complexity Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) certified genetic screening laboratory follows quality assurance guidelines.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (CHEMICAL SCIENCES)
Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate’s relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

GDSP is looking for motivated candidates that have the following:

Possession of CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license in Generalist, Chemist, or Genetic Molecular Biologist.
Experience in scientific research discipline, primary focus on biochemistry.
A strong work ethic, good interpersonal, and team-oriented skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Adaptable and flexible to constant changes.
The ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
Well-organized and have a positive attitude and professional demeanor.
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=465672

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 team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.