Statistician I

COG Research Foundation, LLC (Research Foundation) is a California 501(c)(3) entity founded in 2024 to serve as a fiscal sponsor to support research programs by providing legal, fiduciary, and administrative oversight for the program. The Research Foundation serves as the fiscal sponsor for the Children’s Oncology Group (COG).

COG, a member of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN), is the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to childhood and adolescent cancer research.  COG unites over 13,500 experts in childhood cancer at more than 220 leading children’s hospitals, universities, and cancer centers across the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Saudi Arabia to conduct more than 50 active clinical trials, with approximately 9,500 participants registered each year in the fight against childhood cancer.

Position Summary 

All staff are employed through the Research Foundation. This role will be in service to COG.

The Statistician I supports research efforts in the study of new treatments and cures for childhood cancer within the Children’s Oncology Group (COG). The responsibilities of the Statistician include computerized data screening, computer report generation, statistical data analysis, report writing, and tasks related to selected research topics in clinical trials methodology.

The COG Research Foundation, LLC is a 100% remote employer, though some travel may be required. Employee must reside within the United States.

Full salary range for this position: $91,910 to $137,348 per year. The typical hiring range for this position is from $91,910 (minimum) to $114,629 (midpoint), based on 100% FTE. The starting salary is determined based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, as well as budget availability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Computerized Data Management - Manipulate data records from a database management system, using appropriate data management computer software, to produce abstracted data files which will be used for routine and special statistical analysis and data reporting tasks.
• Data Screening - Produce computer programs using appropriate data management computer software to identify any internal inconsistencies or errors in study data and collaborate in resolving these errors prior to formal statistical analysis and computer report generation.
• Computer Report Generation - Produce computer programs as needed which will present and summarize study data in ways understandable and useful to COG clinical investigators and senior statisticians.
• Statistical Data Analysis - Perform, as directed by and under minimal supervision of the senior statistician, the appropriate statistical analyses required for interim study monitoring, routine study reporting, and manuscript preparation, as required by the research objectives of COG.
• Report Writing - Produce written reports of statistical analyses which describe the patient population, statistical methods used, and results and conclusions from these analyses. Contents of the reports will be tailored to and will be understandable by the target audience of COG clinical scientists or senior statisticians, as appropriate.
• Statistical Study Design - Perform statistical analyses, patient accrual estimates, and power and sample size computation necessary for the planning and design of COG clinical trials, as directed by the senior statistician.
• Study Committee Support - Participate in study committee discussions of study design and status and provide data and other information in support of these discussions.
• Support of Selected Research Topics in Clinical Trials Methodology - Perform computer programming, manuscript review, and methodological investigations, as directed by the senior statistician, in support of statistical research projects which address methodological problems of vital interest to COG's ongoing research effort.
• Travel - travel may be required for up to 2 working weeks per year.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of experience in Public Health, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Healthcare, or Clinical Research fields.
• Master's degree or substitute with 2 additional years of experience in statistics or a related discipline.

Other Qualifications

• Experience with extensive application to the analysis of research data.
• Experience using a high level of proficiency with computing and computerized statistical analysis (such as SAS, R, Stata) and strong knowledge of statistical methodology of clinical trials.
• Training or experience with survival analysis.
• Training or experience in biological or medical sciences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to work independently under minimal supervision by a Ph.D. level senior statistician in a collaborative environment with COG research coordinators, information services staff, statisticians, and clinical scientists in support of COG's ongoing research efforts.

Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) Status

This position is classified as exempt based on the job duties. However, based on the FTE, salary level of the employee, or federal/state/local laws, the employee may be classified as nonexempt.

Background and Credit Checks

Employment with COG Research Foundation, LLC is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include verification of criminal history, employment history, education, and other information as permitted by law. A credit check may be required for positions where it is relevant to and permitted based on the nature of the job duties, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. All background check results will be evaluated through an individualized assessment in accordance with applicable law. COG Research Foundation, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair chance hiring practices.

Why Join Us

This is a unique opportunity to be on the ground floor of a critical role within a mission-driven organization. This position will play a vital part in shaping the function of the Children’s Oncology Group, contributing to lasting change and making a difference in the lives of children and families impacted by cancer.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), cell phone and internet stipends, wellness stipend, paid holidays, and more. Employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for these benefit options. These benefits are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change in accordance with applicable policies and plan documents.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

COG Research Foundation, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

COG Research Foundation, LLC seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Employment at COG Research Foundation, LLC is based on merit, competence, and qualifications, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for training and advancement for all employees. COG Research Foundation, LLC is also committed to making our application process accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. For further information regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, please feel free to access it here. 

ADA/Application Accommodation Statement 

COG Research Foundation, LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the application and employment process, consistent with applicable law. Applicants who require accommodation are encouraged to make their request at the earliest opportunity to allow COG Research Foundation, LLC sufficient time to evaluate and respond to the request. Accommodation requests may be directed to the Recruitment Team at career@evolvehr.com.

This position falls under a contract with the Federal Government and is subject to the provisions in OMB Circular A-76 which prohibit contractors from performing inherently governmental functions. Specifically, employees placed in agency positions will not perform inherently governmental functions, nor supervise any personnel other than the contractor’s own staff, nor make final decisions or sign documents that commit the U.S. Government.