About City of Hope

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s specialized cancer expertise.

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.

City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.

Position Summary

City of Hope is recruiting an experienced statistician for a faculty appointment to support clinical trials in the Departments of Radiation Oncology and Surgery. This will be a joint appointment in Radiology Oncology/Surgery and Biostatistics in the Research Professor series, at a rank consistent with qualifications and experience. The candidate selected for this position will report to the Director of Biostatistics.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Engaging in the Departments of Radiology Oncology and Surgery, attending critical meetings and developing teaching tools for the faculty in close consultation with the Chairs.
• Establishing a publication and funding track record with faculty in these departments.
• Contributing to the science through collaborative and independent research including co-authoring papers and protocols.
• Serving as statistician on clinical studies and trial protocols.
• Developing, evaluating and making publicly available computer code following principles of reproducible research.
• Development of novel statistical methodologies.
• Delivering talks on the results of the research.
• Maintaining current knowledge of and contributing to advancements in the field through participation in professional organizations, scientific conferences, reading industry journals, and publication of manuscripts.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Performing other tasks as required.

Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:

• PhD degree in biostatistics or related field and have a demonstrable record of accomplishments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple collaborations.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and research team members.
• Ability to build, foster, and maintain positive and productive professional relationships.
• Ability to professionally manage cross discipline and cross institute collaborations, acting as an engaged and proactive subject matter expert.

Additional Information:

• As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.