Research Scientist ; Chemical Sciences

RESEARCH SCIENTIST I (CHEMICAL SCIENCES)

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Job Code #: JC-504059
Position #:

-010

Working Title:

Research Scientist I
Classification: RESEARCH SCIENTIST I (CHEMICAL SCIENCES)

Work Location:

Los Angeles County (Pasadena ECL)
Telework:
In Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Pasadena ECL
# of Positions: 1

$6,942.00 - $8,922.00 (minimum salary of the classification)

The 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.

The Environmental Chemistry Laboratory (ECL), Pasadena provides DTSC with expertise in method development, quality assurance, data evaluation and analysis of environmental samples. The ECL also studies new chemicals of concern and provides DTSC management with analytical information for decision making.

• Use standard methodologies (e.g., EPA, ASTM, CDC, etc.) and laboratory technical systems procedures (TSPs), quality system procedures (QSPs), and forms with instructions to analyze environmental samples and other media submitted by DTSC program staff using advanced instrumentation such as gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry and other analytical instrumentation and equipment.
• Comply with method performance specifications to achieve accuracy and precision in analysis.
• Analyze, summarize, and evaluate sample data and prepare reports for DTSC and other collaborative government agencies or research laboratories, in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and departmental regulations and statutes.
• Prepare scientific reports on projects, research studies and surveys to be used by the department for decision making.
• Prepare, revise, and review the technical systems procedures (TSPs), quality system procedures (QSPs), forms with instructions in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and departmental regulations and statutes.

• 1 year of research experience working independently on projects preferred.
• 1 year of experience working in an analytical chemistry laboratory preferred.
• Experience with standard analytical testing methods preferred.
• Experience working under ISO/IEC 17025 or other Quality Management Systems.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date: 1/21/2026.

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).

• Submit electronically through your Cal Career Account at
• Submit a hard‑copy application package to:

Department of Toxic Substances Control
Pasadena ECL
Attn:
Cesar Fernandez
757 S Raymond Ave., Suite 105
Pasadena, CA 91105

Drop‑off applications may be submitted at the same address. Drop‑off must be received and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date. 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM.

• Current 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 required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.