Bacterial Characterization Scientist II | RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (MICROBIOLOGICAL SCIENCES)
Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology

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City: Richmond, California
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Posted: 03-Jun-25
Location: Richmond, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $7,367.00 - $9,422.00
Internal Number: JC-480079
The Microbial Diseases Laboratory (MDL) of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) provides state-of-the-art diagnostic and reference laboratory services, applied research, training, and subject matter expertise for a wide range of bacterial, mycobacterial, fungal, and parasitic infectious diseases.
New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by performing quality, timely provision of highly complex public health laboratory testing for the diagnosis and epidemiologic investigation of a range of bacterial diseases of great public health importance in the State of California.
The position works as a highly independent bench-level research scientist under general guidance from the Section Chief of the Immunodiagnostics & Molecular Characterization Section. The Research Scientist (RS) II will participate in microbial identification and characterization testing using various phenotypic and molecular testing methods. The RS II also has a key role in developing new test methods and preparing, writing procedures and reports, and presenting lab findings to support public health testing that directly aligns with CDPH’s mission. Furthermore, the RS II actively participates in various laboratory activities to maintain compliance with federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) regulations and Microbial Diseases Laboratory (MDL) Branch policies. Certification as a California Public Health Microbiologist is preferred. May be delegated CLIA general or technical supervision over testing processes, if qualified.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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:
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=480079
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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Posted: 03-Jun-25
Location: Richmond, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $7,367.00 - $9,422.00
Internal Number: JC-480079
The Microbial Diseases Laboratory (MDL) of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) provides state-of-the-art diagnostic and reference laboratory services, applied research, training, and subject matter expertise for a wide range of bacterial, mycobacterial, fungal, and parasitic infectious diseases.
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.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by performing quality, timely provision of highly complex public health laboratory testing for the diagnosis and epidemiologic investigation of a range of bacterial diseases of great public health importance in the State of California.
The position works as a highly independent bench-level research scientist under general guidance from the Section Chief of the Immunodiagnostics & Molecular Characterization Section. The Research Scientist (RS) II will participate in microbial identification and characterization testing using various phenotypic and molecular testing methods. The RS II also has a key role in developing new test methods and preparing, writing procedures and reports, and presenting lab findings to support public health testing that directly aligns with CDPH’s mission. Furthermore, the RS II actively participates in various laboratory activities to maintain compliance with federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) regulations and Microbial Diseases Laboratory (MDL) Branch policies. Certification as a California Public Health Microbiologist is preferred. May be delegated CLIA general or technical supervision over testing processes, if qualified.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (MICROBIOLOGICAL SCIENCES)
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:
- Vaccinations are recommended.
- Public Health Microbiologist Certification.
- Extensive bacteriology experience performing molecular and conventional testing methods.
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=480079
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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