Calls for Expertise

Overview About the Academy CCST and the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) are partnering to launch the State Staff Academy on Emerging Technologies—a first-of-its-kind professional development program designed exclusively for staff within California’s Executive Branch. The Academy will provide participants with foundational knowledge across three strategically selected “Bet” Sectors: Artificial Intelligence (AI), […]

Position type: Full-time. Permanent position. Salary range: $105,000 – $135,000 annually. Location: Sacramento, California. Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled. Apply link: Apply. About CCST The California Council on Science & Technology (CCST) is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization established via the California State Legislature in […]

Position type: This position is currently a limited-term role through December 2027, with an opportunity for extension pending funding availability. Salary range: $50,000 – $60,000 annually. Location: Sacramento, California. Deadline: Applications received by August 24th, 2026 will be prioritized for review. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Apply link: Apply. About CCST […]

Position type: This position is currently a limited-term role through December 2027, with an opportunity for extension pending funding availability. Salary range: $50,000 – $60,000 annually. Location: Sacramento, California. Deadline: Applications received by August 24th, 2026 will be prioritized for review. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Apply link: Apply. About CCST […]

Position type: This position is currently a limited-term role through December 2027, with an opportunity for extension pending funding availability. Salary range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually. Location: Sacramento, California. Deadline: Applications received by August 24th, 2026 will be prioritized for review. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Apply link: Apply. About CCST […]

Position type: This position is currently a limited-term role through December 2027, with an opportunity for extension pending funding availability. Salary range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually. Location: Sacramento, California. Deadline: Applications received by August 24th, 2026 will be prioritized for review. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Apply link: Apply About CCST […]

Position type: Full-time. Permanent position. Salary range: $85,000 – $110,000 annually. Location: Sacramento, California. Deadline: Applications received by August 24th, 2026 will be prioritized for review. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Apply link: Apply. About CCST The California Council on Science & Technology (CCST) is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization established via […]

Position type: Up to 2 positions, limited-term, full-time from September 2026 to August 2027, with an opportunity for extension pending funding availability and programmatic need. Salary range: $120,000 to $150,000 annually, dependent on expertise and experience. Location: Sacramento, California (hybrid). Ability to be present in Sacramento at least two days per week, including Mondays. Relocation […]

Update 7/24/2026: This position has been re-posted, all previously received applications remain under consideration. Position type: Up to 2 positions, limited-term, full-time from September 2026 to August 2027, with an opportunity for extension pending funding availability and programmatic need. Salary range: $120,000 to $150,000 annually, dependent on expertise and experience. Location: California (remote with occasional […]

Position type: Part-time, from September 2026 to August 2027, up to 29 hours per week. Limited term placement with an opportunity for extension pending funding availability and programmatic need. Salary range: $150,000 – $170,000 annually, commensurate with expertise and experience. Location: California (remote) Deadline: Applications received by July 24, 2026 will receive priority consideration. Timely […]

Overview The CCST Legislative Staff Academy on AI is an educational initiative created to strengthen AI literacy and policy fluency among California legislative staff. The initial programming introduced policymakers to a broad spectrum of AI-related issues. Through a variety of educational and experiential formats, participants developed a practical understanding of California’s rapidly evolving AI ecosystem. […]

Update 6/4/2026: This position is no longer accepting applications. Position type: One position, limited-term, full-time from May 2026 to June 2027, with an opportunity for extension pending funding availability and programmatic need. Salary range: We expect the salary range to be between $190,000 and $220,000 annually, dependent on expertise and experience. The range can be […]

Update 6/4/2026: This position is no longer accepting applications. Position type: One position, limited-term, full-time from May 2026 to June 2027, with an opportunity for extension pending funding availability and programmatic need. Salary range: We expect the salary range to be between $190,000 and $220,000 annually, dependent on expertise and experience. The range can be […]

Overview The California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) is seeking nominations of organizations to participate in an upcoming AI Showcase focused on real-world applications of artificial intelligence. The showcase will take place on March 4th and will highlight practical, responsible, and impactful uses of AI across sectors and will help inform policymakers and government […]

Overview The California Council on Science and Technology is seeking nominations for experts to guide the organization’s upcoming workstream in quantum technology and innovation. Areas of Expertise Sought CCST is seeking experts who can provide on-demand expertise and potentially serve on a steering committee to guide CCST programs that inform California’s statewide quantum strategy. In […]

Overview The California Council on Science and Technology has been contracted by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation to produce a peer-reviewed report on current fumigant use in California and a comprehensive assessment of available alternatives to these fumigants. Study for Review The Phase 2 report on pre-plant soil fumigation, which focuses on pre-plant soil […]

Overview In Fall 2025, CCST will convene a 1.5-day expert roundtable in Sacramento, bringing together 8–12 invited participants to evaluate the use of post-harvest commodity fumigants in California. Attendance is by invitation only, and all participants will undergo conflict-of-interest (COI) review to ensure objectivity and independence. Format and Publication The roundtable will operate under Chatham […]

Overview CCST has recently launched a Legislative Academy on AI, an educational initiative designed to support foundational understanding and policy fluency around artificial intelligence among California’s legislative staff. Inaugural Phase Beginning this Fall, the inaugural phase includes four key events: AI Fundamentals Seminar Roundtable Discussion Site Visits Tech & Innovation Showcase Roles Needed CCST is seeking […]

Overview CCST has been contracted by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation to produce a series of peer-reviewed reports on current fumigant use in California and a comprehensive assessment of available alternatives to these fumigants. More details about the study scope and study team can be found at CCST’s website. Project CCST Report on Structural […]

Seeking environmental justice, housing, economics, and social and human sciences perspectives on the use of the fumigant sulfuryl fluoride (SO2F2) for treating structures. CCST has been contracted by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) to produce a peer-reviewed synthesis report on the use of fumigants in California and an assessment of available alternatives. One […]

The California Council on Science and Technology is organizing an invite-only workshop to bring together leading experts, policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to shape the future of hydrogen research in California. On November 18 and 19 in Sacramento, participants will engage in dynamic working group sessions, interactive discussions, and collaborative problem-solving to identify and prioritize […]