California Department of Public Health
Microbiology Supervisor | Research Scientist Supervisor I (Microbiological Scien
California Department of Public Health, Richmond, California, United States, 94875
Microbiology Supervisor | Research Scientist Supervisor I (Microbiological Sciences), JC-490818
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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 committed to cultivating a culture of inclusion and connectedness with a diverse team of employees. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in California, and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities. 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 coordinates emerging scientific capabilities in testing, analytics, and communications, supporting the public health laboratory system at state, local, and national levels. The Center relies on a continuous improvement infrastructure as a core value, developing solutions that emphasize a culture of quality and performance through performance management. The Drinking Water & Radiation Laboratory Branch (DWRLB) is staffed with approximately 35 professionals who support a variety of Public Health programs by conducting studies and providing scientific expertise and laboratory services. DWRLB provides environmental radiation/radiochemistry measurements, shellfish toxin testing, research on emerging chemical contaminants, testing of opioids and illicit drug residues, and is an accredited clinical laboratory for testing toxic substances and their metabolites. DWRLB conducts wastewater surveillance to detect viral and bacterial pathogens and performs water testing for microbial pathogens and indicator organisms. DWRLB is located in a state-of-the-art facility located near the San Francisco Bay at the CDPH Richmond Campus. Department Website:
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How to Apply for a Job at CDPH Benefit information on the CalHR and CalPERS websites. Job Description And Duties Educational pay differentials apply: Master’s Degree = 2% of monthly base pay; Doctoral Degree = 3% of monthly base pay. If both degrees are held, only one differential applies. This position supports CDPH’s mission by coordinating sample collection from wastewater utilities across the state, processing samples, performing laboratory testing, reporting detected pathogen results, and evaluating results for trends and correlation with reported case numbers. The Research Scientist Supervisor I (Microbiological Sciences) (RSS I, MS), acting as Microbiology Supervisor in the Wastewater Surveillance Section (WWSS) of the DWRLB, serves as a first-line supervisor, executes experimental designs, oversees daily program activities, and collaborates with RSS II (MS) on strategy development and implementation. RSS I (MS) provides support to primary analysts and implements laboratory systems for delivering weekly experimental data from wastewater surveillance monitoring, including accreditation and certification; provides technical support for laboratory systems and operations; communicates resource needs for continuity of laboratory services; and serves as the primary supervisor to bench scientists and other personnel. The incumbent reports to the WWSS Chief, RSS II (MS) of the WWSS in the DWRLB. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate’s relative ability, the following factors will be used for competitive evaluation: Demonstrated subject matter expertise in pathogen detection, molecular methods (e.g., qPCR, RT-qPCR, next-gen sequencing), and environmental sampling methodologies Experience managing and mentoring scientific or technical staff in public health, academic, or regulatory settings Strong understanding of quality assurance and quality control standards in laboratory operations and environmental sampling Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) An SOQ is a narrative discussion describing how the applicant’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the Desirable Qualifications. Include specific examples. For guidance, refer to the CalPH guidance on writing SOQs. Please answer all questions. Limit one page per answer, double-spaced, 12 point Arial. 1. Strategic Leadership and Program Oversight Describe your experience leading multiple teams or supervisory staff in a public health or environmental laboratory setting. Include how you set priorities, allocate resources, and align with organizational goals. Provide an example where your leadership improved laboratory operations or program outcomes. 2. Expertise in Wastewater Surveillance and Infectious Disease Monitoring Explain your technical and programmatic background in wastewater-based epidemiology or related laboratory surveillance. Describe your role in implementing or overseeing pathogen detection workflows and integrating data into public health decision-making. 3. Managing Change and Innovation Describe a time you introduced a major process improvement, new technology, or surveillance approach within a laboratory program. Include how you led staff through change, addressed challenges, and measured success. 4. Vision for Program Growth and Future Challenges Outline your vision for advancing wastewater surveillance for infectious diseases at a state or regional level. What strategies would you implement to enhance laboratory readiness, scalability, and public health impact over the next five years? Eligibility Information If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position. Please visit the CalCareers/Exams page to review the Research Scientist Supervisor I (Microbiological Sciences) exam bulletin. Telework Information Business travel may be required, and reimbursement follows regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office are the responsibility of the selected candidate. The headquarters office location is identified in the attached duty statement. Final Filing Date: 10/2/2025 Job Code #: JC-490818 Position #(s): 580-722-5645-901 Working Title: Microbiology Supervisor Classification: RESEARCH SCIENTIST SUPERVISOR I (MICROBIOLOGICAL SCIENCES) Salary: $9,254.00 - $11,868.00 Telework: In Office Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Join to apply for the Microbiology Supervisor | Research Scientist Supervisor I (Microbiological Sciences), JC-490818 role at California Department of Public Health. Base pay range
This range is provided by California Department of Public Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Department Information
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 committed to cultivating a culture of inclusion and connectedness with a diverse team of employees. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in California, and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities. 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 coordinates emerging scientific capabilities in testing, analytics, and communications, supporting the public health laboratory system at state, local, and national levels. The Center relies on a continuous improvement infrastructure as a core value, developing solutions that emphasize a culture of quality and performance through performance management. The Drinking Water & Radiation Laboratory Branch (DWRLB) is staffed with approximately 35 professionals who support a variety of Public Health programs by conducting studies and providing scientific expertise and laboratory services. DWRLB provides environmental radiation/radiochemistry measurements, shellfish toxin testing, research on emerging chemical contaminants, testing of opioids and illicit drug residues, and is an accredited clinical laboratory for testing toxic substances and their metabolites. DWRLB conducts wastewater surveillance to detect viral and bacterial pathogens and performs water testing for microbial pathogens and indicator organisms. DWRLB is located in a state-of-the-art facility located near the San Francisco Bay at the CDPH Richmond Campus. Department Website:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov Check out
How to Apply for a Job at CDPH Benefit information on the CalHR and CalPERS websites. Job Description And Duties Educational pay differentials apply: Master’s Degree = 2% of monthly base pay; Doctoral Degree = 3% of monthly base pay. If both degrees are held, only one differential applies. This position supports CDPH’s mission by coordinating sample collection from wastewater utilities across the state, processing samples, performing laboratory testing, reporting detected pathogen results, and evaluating results for trends and correlation with reported case numbers. The Research Scientist Supervisor I (Microbiological Sciences) (RSS I, MS), acting as Microbiology Supervisor in the Wastewater Surveillance Section (WWSS) of the DWRLB, serves as a first-line supervisor, executes experimental designs, oversees daily program activities, and collaborates with RSS II (MS) on strategy development and implementation. RSS I (MS) provides support to primary analysts and implements laboratory systems for delivering weekly experimental data from wastewater surveillance monitoring, including accreditation and certification; provides technical support for laboratory systems and operations; communicates resource needs for continuity of laboratory services; and serves as the primary supervisor to bench scientists and other personnel. The incumbent reports to the WWSS Chief, RSS II (MS) of the WWSS in the DWRLB. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate’s relative ability, the following factors will be used for competitive evaluation: Demonstrated subject matter expertise in pathogen detection, molecular methods (e.g., qPCR, RT-qPCR, next-gen sequencing), and environmental sampling methodologies Experience managing and mentoring scientific or technical staff in public health, academic, or regulatory settings Strong understanding of quality assurance and quality control standards in laboratory operations and environmental sampling Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) An SOQ is a narrative discussion describing how the applicant’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the Desirable Qualifications. Include specific examples. For guidance, refer to the CalPH guidance on writing SOQs. Please answer all questions. Limit one page per answer, double-spaced, 12 point Arial. 1. Strategic Leadership and Program Oversight Describe your experience leading multiple teams or supervisory staff in a public health or environmental laboratory setting. Include how you set priorities, allocate resources, and align with organizational goals. Provide an example where your leadership improved laboratory operations or program outcomes. 2. Expertise in Wastewater Surveillance and Infectious Disease Monitoring Explain your technical and programmatic background in wastewater-based epidemiology or related laboratory surveillance. Describe your role in implementing or overseeing pathogen detection workflows and integrating data into public health decision-making. 3. Managing Change and Innovation Describe a time you introduced a major process improvement, new technology, or surveillance approach within a laboratory program. Include how you led staff through change, addressed challenges, and measured success. 4. Vision for Program Growth and Future Challenges Outline your vision for advancing wastewater surveillance for infectious diseases at a state or regional level. What strategies would you implement to enhance laboratory readiness, scalability, and public health impact over the next five years? Eligibility Information If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position. Please visit the CalCareers/Exams page to review the Research Scientist Supervisor I (Microbiological Sciences) exam bulletin. Telework Information Business travel may be required, and reimbursement follows regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office are the responsibility of the selected candidate. The headquarters office location is identified in the attached duty statement. Final Filing Date: 10/2/2025 Job Code #: JC-490818 Position #(s): 580-722-5645-901 Working Title: Microbiology Supervisor Classification: RESEARCH SCIENTIST SUPERVISOR I (MICROBIOLOGICAL SCIENCES) Salary: $9,254.00 - $11,868.00 Telework: In Office Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Research, Science, and Other Industries: Public Health Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Research Scientist” roles.
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