California Department of Public Health
RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS) JC-502349
California Department of Public Health, Richmond, California, United States, 94875
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Epidemiologist Evaluator | RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS), JC-502349
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Pay Range California Department of Public Health provided 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.
Base Pay Range $7,625.00 - $9,799.00
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 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 Office of STIs and HCV (OSH) is part of the Division of HIV, STIs, and HCV, within the Center for Infectious Diseases, of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
The CDPH is dedicated to protecting and optimizing the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. The mission of CDPH’s Office of STIs and HCV is to reduce the transmission and impact of sexually transmitted infections (STI), mpox and viral hepatitis in California, particularly among communities disproportionately affected by these infections. Because diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our public health work, Office of STIs and HCV embraces and values the contributions of all communities across California to fulfill our public health mission.
In collaboration with local health jurisdictions and other community partners in public and private sectors, Office of STIs and HCV supports equitable STI, mpox and viral hepatitis prevention and control efforts by providing statewide leadership, policy, guidelines, training, technical assistance, surge capacity and outbreak response; and by supporting safety-net service delivery in priority settings and populations.
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Department Website:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov
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How to Apply for a Job at CDPH
Benefit information can be found on the
CalHR
website and the
CalPERS
website.
The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year
New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.
Effective July 2025, California’s Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) reduces employees’ base pay by 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits monthly through June 2027. The posted salary range does not reflect this reduction.
Job Description And Duties Incumbents in one of these classifications, where a Master’s Degree is required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 2% of their monthly base pay. Those where a Doctoral Degree is a required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 3% of their monthly base pay. Individuals with both a Master’s and Doctoral Degree will be given the best benefit in relation to salary shall only be eligible for only one amount.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting public health data on bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), viral hepatitis C (HCV), mpox, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and/or other communicable diseases, using these data to describe, assess, and evaluate morbidity and mortality due to these disease conditions in California, and assess screening, positivity, and treatment metrics.
The Research Scientist II (RS II) [Epidemiology/Biostatistics (Epi/Bio)] supports public health scientific inquiries using STI, HCV, mpox, HIV and other emerging infections data, and aids in the development of cross-cutting recommendations, metrics, guidance documents, and reports based on findings.
The RS II (Epi/Bio) conducts analyses, assessments, and evaluations that are guided by best practices of epidemiologic and statistical methods. The RS II (Epi/Bio) develops reports, data visualizations, charts, tables, manuscripts, presentations, and other data dissemination resources that interpret and communicate data and results to Office of STIs and HCV (OSH) and CDPH colleagues, local health jurisdiction (LHJ) partners, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
This position will analyze and interpret data from multiple sources, such as public health surveillance, electronic health record (EHR) and linkage to care (LTC) data associated with the Emergency Department Screening Program (EDSP), as well as other external data sources.
The RS II (Epi/Bio) focuses on leveraging internal and external data sources to enhance the OSH’s ability to better understand and assess trends in STIs, HCV, mpox, and HIV.
The RS II (Epi/Bio) provides technical assistance and guidance related to complex epidemiologic analyses for the OSH, and partners in CDPH, LHJs, and other external partners. Additional responsibilities include participating in national work groups, conferences, and meetings.
Moderate overnight travel is required.
The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor II (RSS II), Chief of the Surveillance, Epidemiology, Assessment, and Evaluation (SEAE) Section.
Desirable Qualifications
Working knowledge of cloud-based data warehouse environments
Familiarity with STI/HIV/HCV/mpox epidemiology
Familiarity with disease surveillance and/or disease case management data systems
Ability to create and deliver effective oral presentations on complex topics & processes
Demonstrated attention to detail
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a diverse group of partners (program managers, clinicians, etc.)
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
web page to review the
Research Scientist II (Epidemiology/Biostatistics)
exam bulletin.
Telework Information This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Contact 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 .
Other Details Final Filing Date:
1/6/2026
Job Code #:
JC-502349
Position #(s):
581-440-5582-001
Classification:
RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS)
Position Salary:
$7,625.00 - $9,799.00
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
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Epidemiologist Evaluator | RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS), JC-502349
role at
California Department of Public Health
Pay Range California Department of Public Health provided 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.
Base Pay Range $7,625.00 - $9,799.00
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 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 Office of STIs and HCV (OSH) is part of the Division of HIV, STIs, and HCV, within the Center for Infectious Diseases, of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
The CDPH is dedicated to protecting and optimizing the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. The mission of CDPH’s Office of STIs and HCV is to reduce the transmission and impact of sexually transmitted infections (STI), mpox and viral hepatitis in California, particularly among communities disproportionately affected by these infections. Because diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our public health work, Office of STIs and HCV embraces and values the contributions of all communities across California to fulfill our public health mission.
In collaboration with local health jurisdictions and other community partners in public and private sectors, Office of STIs and HCV supports equitable STI, mpox and viral hepatitis prevention and control efforts by providing statewide leadership, policy, guidelines, training, technical assistance, surge capacity and outbreak response; and by supporting safety-net service delivery in priority settings and populations.
Key Links and Benefits
Department Website:
https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Check out
How to Apply for a Job at CDPH
Benefit information can be found on the
CalHR
website and the
CalPERS
website.
The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year
New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable.
Effective July 2025, California’s Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) reduces employees’ base pay by 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits monthly through June 2027. The posted salary range does not reflect this reduction.
Job Description And Duties Incumbents in one of these classifications, where a Master’s Degree is required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 2% of their monthly base pay. Those where a Doctoral Degree is a required to meet the minimum qualifications, shall receive an educational pay differential equivalent to 3% of their monthly base pay. Individuals with both a Master’s and Doctoral Degree will be given the best benefit in relation to salary shall only be eligible for only one amount.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting public health data on bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), viral hepatitis C (HCV), mpox, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and/or other communicable diseases, using these data to describe, assess, and evaluate morbidity and mortality due to these disease conditions in California, and assess screening, positivity, and treatment metrics.
The Research Scientist II (RS II) [Epidemiology/Biostatistics (Epi/Bio)] supports public health scientific inquiries using STI, HCV, mpox, HIV and other emerging infections data, and aids in the development of cross-cutting recommendations, metrics, guidance documents, and reports based on findings.
The RS II (Epi/Bio) conducts analyses, assessments, and evaluations that are guided by best practices of epidemiologic and statistical methods. The RS II (Epi/Bio) develops reports, data visualizations, charts, tables, manuscripts, presentations, and other data dissemination resources that interpret and communicate data and results to Office of STIs and HCV (OSH) and CDPH colleagues, local health jurisdiction (LHJ) partners, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
This position will analyze and interpret data from multiple sources, such as public health surveillance, electronic health record (EHR) and linkage to care (LTC) data associated with the Emergency Department Screening Program (EDSP), as well as other external data sources.
The RS II (Epi/Bio) focuses on leveraging internal and external data sources to enhance the OSH’s ability to better understand and assess trends in STIs, HCV, mpox, and HIV.
The RS II (Epi/Bio) provides technical assistance and guidance related to complex epidemiologic analyses for the OSH, and partners in CDPH, LHJs, and other external partners. Additional responsibilities include participating in national work groups, conferences, and meetings.
Moderate overnight travel is required.
The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor II (RSS II), Chief of the Surveillance, Epidemiology, Assessment, and Evaluation (SEAE) Section.
Desirable Qualifications
Working knowledge of cloud-based data warehouse environments
Familiarity with STI/HIV/HCV/mpox epidemiology
Familiarity with disease surveillance and/or disease case management data systems
Ability to create and deliver effective oral presentations on complex topics & processes
Demonstrated attention to detail
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a diverse group of partners (program managers, clinicians, etc.)
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
web page to review the
Research Scientist II (Epidemiology/Biostatistics)
exam bulletin.
Telework Information This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Contact 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 .
Other Details Final Filing Date:
1/6/2026
Job Code #:
JC-502349
Position #(s):
581-440-5582-001
Classification:
RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS)
Position Salary:
$7,625.00 - $9,799.00
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
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