Vice President, Clinical Development, Fully

Apply Description GondolaBio is a collection of biopharmaceutical companies focused on developing next‑generation therapeutics for genetic diseases. Originally carved out of BridgeBio, GondolaBio secured $300M in private financing from external investors in 2024 and became an independent company within the BridgeBio ecosystem. GondolaBio aims to leverage cutting‑edge biological research to discover, create, test, and deliver transformative medicines to treat patients who suffer from genetic diseases.

One of GondolaBio’s subsidiaries is an early preclinical stage biotechnology company developing a novel best‑in‑class therapeutic for a rare, severe genetic disease, advancing toward first‑in‑human clinical studies.

Company Background GondolaBio is a collection of biopharmaceutical companies focused on developing next‑generation therapeutics for genetic diseases. Originally carved out of BridgeBio, GondolaBio secured $300M in private financing from external investors in 2024 and became an independent company within the BridgeBio ecosystem. GondolaBio aims to leverage cutting‑edge biological research to discover, create, test, and deliver transformative medicines to treat patients who suffer from genetic diseases.

One of GondolaBio’s subsidiaries is an early preclinical stage biotechnology company developing a novel best‑in‑class therapeutic for a rare, severe genetic disease, advancing toward first‑in‑human clinical studies.

Who You Are We seek a top clinical development executive to be responsible for building and executing the clinical development plan for our lead program. This role will be primarily accountable for clinical trial execution encompassing study design, oversight and management. This job requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as medical monitoring, clinical operations, KOL and investigator engagement, and drug safety experience. This role will serve as the first dedicated clinical development leader for the program.

Responsibilities

Design scientifically rigorous, innovative, and cost‑effective clinical development programs, integrating preclinical, translational, and biomarker strategies

Direct and oversee the efficient implementation of all clinical projects, including defining initial clinical endpoints, dose‑escalation strategies, and patient selection approaches

Lead development and contribute to review of Clinical Study Protocols, Clinical Study Reports, Investigator’s Brochures, and all clinical documentation for regulatory filings

Become an internal expert on all medical features of the disease area, including natural history, patient diagnostic journey, standards of care, and current development programs.

Build, mentor, and scale the clinical development and clinical operations teams, including defining structure, capabilities, and external partnerships appropriate for each stage of the program

Provide leadership and clinical development expertise to the overall organization, including the clinical development, clinical operations, biometrics, toxicology, and translational science teams

Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs to develop strategies and tactical work plans during clinical development and in preparation for the anticipated US and global filings

Lead the preparation and management of clinical information to support timely regulatory submissions, including INDs, briefing documents, and early clinical protocols

Set a high standard and example of urgency, work quality, and effectiveness

Contribute to due diligence and gap analysis on potential new GondolaBio assets

Partner closely with discovery and preclinical teams to ensure clinical readiness for first‑in‑human studies.

Perform all other duties as assigned

Education, Experience&Skills Requirements

Doctorate Degree in Medicine (MD) is required for the position.

A proven leader with minimum of 10 years pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience in all phases of drug development

Deep knowledge of the drug development process with a focus on clinical study design and management; ability to collaborate with, support, and oversee CROs

Able to drive strategic thinking and plans for successful clinical trial outcomes

Experience interfacing with the global regulatory authorities (incl. FDA, EMA) and respective standards, including hands‑on experience in global drug development

Recent experience of IND and NDA/BLA submissions strongly preferred

Dynamic individual with excellent written, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to deliver effective presentations both internally and externally, and strong networking abilities and creativity

Ability to set priorities, work independently and deliver high‑quality results with urgency

Vital planning, organizational, and leadership skills

Results‑oriented. Strong initiative, accountability, and willingness to take ownership and drive projects to completion

Experience in driving collaborations and working with external partners, including building networks with key opinion leaders (KOL) and investigators, business partners

Proven ability to build, mentor, and scale clinical development teams over time

Able to proactively identify and solve problems under pressure

Motivated to work in a fast‑paced, highly accountable, small company environment. A "can do" and collegial professional who leads through influence and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated matrix leadership skills and ability to collaborate successfully with multiple functions and external vendors in a cross‑functional teamenvironment

Solid critical, strategic, and analytical thinking skills

Travel required

What We Offer

Patient Days, where we are fortunate enough to learn more about the lives we are looking to impact and a real exchange of ideas as to how we can improve our efforts

A culture inspired by our values: put patients first; think independently; be radically transparent; every minute counts; and let the science speak

Collaborative business environment

Excellent compensation package (Base, Performance Bonus, Equity)

Excellent benefits package

Flexible PTO

A fast‑paced, data‑driven, work environment with world‑class R&D minds and capabilities

Work with the most productive groups of R&D operators in the industry

A platform for meaningful scientific contributions to shine

GondolaBio ServiceCo is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Employees of BridgeBio and all affiliated companies should work through their managers to inquire about and learn more about this role.

The base pay range for this position is $288,000 to $380,000 per year. The actual compensation offered will be determined based on a number of job‑related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, and location. A bonus plan and equity will also be offered.

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