RESEARCH SCIENTIST SUPERVISOR I (EPIDEMIOLOGY/...

Job Posting: Prenatal Outcomes and Evaluation Unit ChiefDepartment of Public HealthJC-473713 - Prenatal Outcomes and Evaluation Unit ChiefRESEARCH SCIENTIST SUPERVISOR I (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS)Final Filing Date: 4/23/2025Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-offThis position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as the Chief of the Prenatal Outcomes and Evaluation Unit. The Research Scientist Supervisor I (RSSI) will be responsible for the supervision of Research Scientists and Research Analysts who are engaged in the evaluation of the prenatal screening program, including screening technologies and algorithms, the monitoring of risk assessment models, and the management of other analytic and clinical tools used by the prenatal screening program, such as the maintenance of existing data systems including the prenatal outcomes of pregnancy data system and the prenatal chromosome abnormalities and neural tube defects registries. The RSSI will independently supervise, conceive, plan and direct prenatal screening program evaluation investigations and research studies related to understanding the impact and efficacy of the current prenatal screening program on early diagnosis of selected genetic disorders and structural abnormalities. Using data derived from these systems and other data sources available within and outside the program, the Unit Chief will address programmatic issues and questions related to prenatal screening program performance and broader impacts of program policies on pregnancy outcomes in California. The RSSI will supervise and be actively engaged in development and evaluation of new prenatal screening technologies to improve the effectiveness and efficacy of the prenatal screening program. The RSSI acts as the State's highly specialized consultant in program evaluation, development, planning and research for the prenatal screening program.The incumbent works under the general direction of the Research Scientist Supervisor II (Epidemiology/Biostatistics), Chief of the Program Development and Evaluation Section.This is a reposting of JC-451663 to increase the candidate pool; previous applicants do not need to reapply. Your application is still in consideration.This position may be eligible for telework. 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.Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.Classification: RESEARCH SCIENTIST SUPERVISOR I (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS) $9,254.00 - $11,868.00# of Positions: 1Work Location:Telework: HybridJob Type: Permanent, Full TimeDepartment InformationAt 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.The Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) of the California Department of Public Health works to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We run the largest screening program in the world and set the standard in delivering high-quality, cost-effective genetic services to all Californians. The mission of GDSP is to “serve the people of California by reducing the emotional and financial burden of disability and death caused by genetic and congenital disorders.”The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer.For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # (473713) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.Application InstructionsCompleted applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.Final Filing Date: 4/23/2025Who May ApplyIndividuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).Required Application Package DocumentsCurrent version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) instructions below at end of posting. Applications received without a written response to the SOQ may be rejected.Other - Please see Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) instructions below at end of posting. Applications received without a written response to the SQ may be rejected.Other - Writing Sample: Attach a copy of an SAS program sample and an SQL program sample you have written. This writing sample should be no longer than four pages.Desirable QualificationsIn 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:Demonstrated ability to apply new ways of thinking, resolve problems, generate new ideas, and develop new approaches to achieve a program goal.Ability to build strong relationships with program staff, outside professionals, and lay partners.Excellent written and oral communication skills, particularly with the ability to present and communicate products of data analysis to both scientific and lay prehensive experience in database design and advanced proficiency in using SQL and SAS to manipulate and analyze data from large datasets for public health program evaluation.Managing and providing leadership to a diverse team of employees.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17