Microbiology Training Scientist | PUBLIC HEALTH MICROBIOLOGIST II

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Microbiology Training Scientist | PUBLIC HEALTH MICROBIOLOGIST II

California Department of Public Health

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Posted: 30-May-25

Location: Richmond, California

Type: Full Time

Salary: $6,523.00 - $9,373.00

Internal Number: JC-479765

The Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS) is based on the Richmond Campus which employs more than 1,200 people. The Richmond Campus is a flat, 29-acre property located in Richmond's Marina Bay. The CLS serves to protect and promote the health of all Californians through innovative and collaborative infectious disease and environmental testing, including provision of investigation and surveillance activities which form the basis of disease response and prevention. The CLS works to bring together emerging scientific capabilities in testing, analytics, and communications reflecting a new level of coordination, support, and leadership for the public health laboratory system at the state, local and national level. In addition, the Center relies on a continuous improvement infrastructure as a core value in developing solutions that emphasize a culture of quality and performance through performance management success.

New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.

• The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
• The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer.
  
  

The Public Health Microbiologist II (PHM II) will serve as a Microbiology Training Scientist within the Center for Laboratory Sciences (CLS). This individual will be responsible for preparing, organizing, and providing subject matter expertise to conduct didactic and laboratory hands-on training for PHM trainees. The PHM II will perform routine to advanced innovative laboratory testing and analyses, following standard operating procedures (SOP) and program policies. In addition, the PHM II will provide laboratory procedures and training performed in reference public health laboratories; develop and update SOPs; perform evaluations for lab methods, processes, and training curriculum; provide competency assessments for PHM trainees; and make interpretive analyses of data. The PHM II also supports and assists with the on-site and online training portal, risk assessment and biosafety compliance, and continuous process improvement activities.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PUBLIC HEALTH MICROBIOLOGIST II
  
  

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 performing microbiological (e.g., Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology, or Immunology) analyses in a public health or comparable laboratory
• Ability to train staff and serve as a lead in the area of expertise
• Knowledge of quality control procedures applicable to the general field of microbiology
• Knowledge of principles and methods of scientific research, relevant scientific theories, and new, innovative test methodologies
• Ability to develop new or modify existing methods and procedures; plan, direct, and do highly technical, difficult, and complex analyses; and prepare technical reports and papers for publication
• Experience improving laboratory processes and procedures
  
  

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=479765

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.

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About California Department Of Public Health

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.The Human Resources Division (HRD) partners with CDPH’s programs and management to provide guidance and consultative services on HR matters that are necessary for the Department to carry out its mission to deliver quality public health services.

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