Research Scientist (Game-Nongame) Grant Support (Research Scientist)

Job Description and Duties Interested in an opportunity to join a dynamic and diverse team at the Wildlife Genetics Research Unit. Learn more about this unique limited-term position! Under the supervision of the Wildlife Health Lab, Environmental Program Manager, this position provides genomic research support for game and nongame species. This is a full-time limited term position for 1 year (40 hours/week position) with the potential of being extended to 2 years and will support mission critical time-bound projects. See the Duty Statement for a full list of core duties for this position. Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: Personal Leave Program - Human Resources - CalHR. This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs. Link to Class Title Exam: Research Scientist/Exam Bulletin This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent. During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits! You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Demonstrated ability to excel in a collaborative research laboratory setting; values collaboration, constructive feedback, and the contribution of others in the workplace. Shows courtesy, respect and tact towards others. Responds adaptively and positively to challenges. Highly dedicated and strongly self-motivated. Work independently and in a team setting. Excellent time management skills. Desirable Qualifications In 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 advance research projects independently; and to evaluate and proceed on difficult research decisions through technical expertise in the field. Ability to maintain composure during high pressure situations. Experience and/or knowledge of genomic research study design, preparation of Illumina sequencing libraries, bioinformatic processing of Illumina short-read sequence data, single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNP) variant data analysis, preparation of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Professional, with the ability to conduct research independently, thoroughly, and with attention to detail and adherence to deadlines. Experience with genome sequencing using the Illumina platform, as well as knowledge of the bioinformatics tools necessary for processing high-throughput sequencing data (LINUX, PERL/PYTHON, high-performance cluster computing). Familiarity with or ability to learn programs for statistical and spatial analyses of genomic data. Familiarity with laboratory information management techniques.