Human Resources Division
Sciences
Classifications in this job field are involved in a myriad of science-based work designed to promote safety, health and well-being of the people in California. This may include some of the following specialized work: epidemiological investigation of disease reservoirs, disease surveillance, technological transmission studies, laboratory diagnosis and support, public educational efforts, coordinating and conducting emergency vector control, enforcement of various food and drug environmental health-related laws and regulations; preparing environmental permitting packages, regulatory permits, and other environmental documents; environmental analysis in a laboratory setting; preparing and editing scientific papers for publication; and researching and developing innovative programs to address emerging problems
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Featured Classification
The Research Scientist series is responsible
for the direction and conduct of highly specialized public health scientific
research necessary to meet the responsibilities of the State to protect and
improve the health of its citizens. The purposes of the research conducted are
to contribute to the understanding, prevention, and control of illnesses and
injuries and to develop public health education and prevention programs that
result in reduced morbidity and mortality, and to measure the efficiency of the
health care system in reducing morbidity and mortality.
There are over 50 classifications in this series ranging from Research Scientist I - V, Research Scientist Supervisor I and II, and Research Scientist Manager, in various specialties including chemical sciences, epidemiology/biostatistics, food and drug sciences, microbiological sciences, physical/engineering sciences, social/behavioral sciences, and veterinary sciences.
Use these resources to determine if your degree(s) are within one of the specialties (PDF) or closely related fields (PDF).
How to Apply
Step 1: Create or Login to Your CalCareer Account
With a CalCareer account, you can take state civil service examinations, store different versions of your application, apply for vacancies, track your application status and save your resume all in one place.
Step 2: Take Examination/Assessment
Before you can work for the State, you need to take and pass an examination for the job type (classification) that you wish to be considered for employment. The assessment process can take many forms (i.e. self-assessments or written exams) and may be required to be completed in-person or online. Examination Bulletins list the minimum qualifications and the steps required to apply and/or complete the examination/assessment. If you have current or past state experience, you may have Transfer Eligibility or Reinstatement Rights.
Below are some of our sciences examinations. For a complete list, please visit CalCareers.
Step 3: Search and Apply for Jobs
Once you have taken the examination or established eligibility for the job type that you wish to be considered for employment, you may be considered for open positions in that job type by applying for job vacancies. Login to your CalCareer account, locate the job posting you wish to apply for and click on “Apply for This Job” and follow the prompts.