JC-470791 – Senior Clinical Chemistry 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.”

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by ensuring the quality of performance and outcomes of results from the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) certified genetic screening laboratories that screen for newborn and prenatal diseases.

The candidate works under the administrative direction of the Research Scientist Supervisor I (RSS I) (Chemical Sciences), Chief of the MS/MS Assay Development and Preanalytical Unit of the Laboratory Services Branch (LSB), in the Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP). The Research Scientist IV (Chemical Sciences) plans, organizes, and directs the major scientific research studies, leads new assays or modifies existing newborn screening assays for newborn and prenatal screening sections in the Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) – Laboratory Services Branch (LSB).

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

RESEARCH SCIENTIST IV (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:

Experience in scientific research discipline, primary focus on biochemistry.
Outstanding work ethic with strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented approach.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
High degree of organization with 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=470791

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.