Looking for exciting, dynamic, and impactful work in a growing industry?
The Department of Cannabis Control is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual that wants to work in a multi-tasking environment. The Department’s mission is to develop and implement progressive cannabis policies and license and regulate commercial cannabis activity in a way that best protects public health, safety, the environment, and local communities throughout the State of California.
Under the general direction of the Environmental Program Manager (EPM) II of the Laboratory Services Branch (Branch), part of the Compliance Division (Division), within the Department of Cannabis Control (Department), the Research Scientist (RS) III (Food and Drug Sciences [FDS]) will be responsible for ensuring that all laboratory data and testing processes are secure, compliant with regulatory standards, and supported by thorough documentation. The incumbent will oversee risk management, staff training, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with both quality and information security best practices in an assigned region; however, may be required to conduct business throughout the State of California (State). The incumbent will be the point of contact and be responsible for International Organization for Standardization and International Electrotechnical Commission (ISO/IEC) 17025 for the Branch.
Are you ready for a career at the nexus of public health, scientific integrity, and regulatory compliance, where your expertise will be pivotal in shaping the future of the cannabis industry? Join the Department of Cannabis Control as a Research Scientist III (Food and Drug Sciences) and apply your scientific rigor to ensure the highest standards of safety and accuracy in our state.
What you'll do:
• Lead scientific quality assurance. Develop and implement quality assurance procedures, evaluate testing methods, and collaborate with staff to meet rigorous standards.
• Uphold ISO/IEC 17025 standards. Act as the key liaison for accreditation, oversee internal and external audits, and maintain compliance through thorough documentation.
• Ensure data integrity. Conduct staff training on data security, review and release Certificates of Analysis, and guarantee the accuracy of testing results.
• Perform critical data analysis. Compile and monitor lab data to provide management with reports on validity and assist in investigations using state-wide tracking systems.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) - Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to CORI. Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to CORI procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program matters at all times.
Conflict of Interest (COI) - This position is subject to COI Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st, and within 30 days of leaving office.
Travel - The incumbent is required to travel throughout an assigned geographical area by various methods of transportation.
Completed 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: 9/29/2025Who May Apply
Individuals 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.
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).How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Cannabis Control
HRB
Attn: C&R - JC# 492890, FFD 09/29/2025
P.O. Box 419106
Rancho Cordova , CA 95741
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Cannabis Control
Human Resources Branch
C&R - JC# 492890, FFD 09/29/2025
This location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.
2920 Kilgore Road
Rancho Cordova , CA 95670
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Candidates are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to completing an Examination/Employment Application (STD 678).
The SOQ serves as a documentation of your ability to present information clearly and should be no longer than two pages, using no smaller than 11 point size Arial font, and must restate and address the following question. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered for an interview.
1. What education, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities qualify you for this position?
2. Describe your experience writing Standard Operating Procedures and training personnel to utilize them. Provide examples of your role in developing Quality Management System documentation and its implementation in an accredited laboratory.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Branch
(844) 612-2322
hr@cannabis.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
If using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.
Applicants who submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application ( STD. 678). Applicants who fail to submit the most current version may be disqualified. Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with dates, duties, responsibilities, and contact information for supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in being screened out.
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Electronic application packages must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date. Mail application packages must be postmarked before or on the final filing date. Hand delivered application packages must be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted.
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