California Department of Public Health

The Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch (SAPB), within the Center for Healthy Communities, aims to reduce individual, social, and environmental harm from addiction and substance use through research-driven prevention, education, and treatment.. SAPB houses CDPH’s overdose, youth cannabis prevention, alcohol, and problem gambling programs, creating synergy between substance use and addiction prevention efforts.. The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor I, Chief, Surveillance and Analytics Unit within the Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch.. The RS II will develop indicators, conduct statistical analyses, design, maintain, and expand data visualizations, and write reports, publications, data briefs, and content for posting to websites (e.g., California Overdose Surveillance Dashboard and Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch website).. Classification: RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS)

lead research scientist

Department 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. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do. The Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch (SAPB), within the Center for Healthy Communities, aims to reduce individual, social, and environmental harm from addiction and substance use through research-driven prevention, education, and treatment. SAPB houses CDPH’s overdose, youth cannabis prevention, alcohol, and problem gambling programs, creating synergy between substance use and addiction prevention efforts. In addition to efforts related to addiction and substance use, SAPB examines a wide range of societal, community, and social influences on individual consumption and the resulting social and behavioral outcomes. This work supports Department-wide initiatives around behavioral health (e.g., mental health and substance use). 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. The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor I, Chief, Surveillance and Analytics Unit within the Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch. The RS II participates in the planning, development, and implementation of data visualizations and research. The RS II will develop indicators, conduct statistical analyses, design, maintain, and expand data visualizations, and write reports, publications, data briefs, and content for posting to websites (e.g., California Overdose Surveillance Dashboard and Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch website). The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the scientific quality of all administrative and research reporting requirements. Minimal travel is required to participate in local and regional activities. Some overnight stays may be required. The attached duty statement indicates whether this position is eligible for telework. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200, and may be required to report to a CDPH office, when needed. 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. “The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.” Final Filing Date: 4/30/2024 Working Title: Overdose Dashboard Lead Classification: RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (EPIDEMIOLOGY/BIOSTATISTICS) $7,152.00 - $8,889.00Work Location: Sacramento CountyTelework: HybridJob Type: Permanent, Full Time Shall Consider:RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES) $7,152.00 - $8,889.00 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.

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