Siddhartha Mitra, MD, PhD
About Siddhartha Mitra, MD, PhD
Siddhartha Mitra, MD, PhD, serves as the Vice President of Clinical Development at Arcus Biosciences. He has extensive experience in clinical research and development, having held positions at Gilead Sciences, Five Prime Therapeutics, and Stanford University.
Current Role at Arcus Biosciences
Siddhartha Mitra serves as the Vice President of Clinical Development at Arcus Biosciences. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing clinical development strategies and ensuring the successful execution of clinical trials. His leadership contributes to the advancement of innovative therapies in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Previous Experience at Gilead Sciences
Prior to his current role, Siddhartha Mitra worked at Gilead Sciences as Associate Director of Clinical Research from 2015 to 2018. During his tenure, he was involved in various clinical research initiatives that aimed to enhance the understanding and treatment of diseases. He later returned to Gilead in 2018 as Director of Clinical Research for a brief period.
Experience at Five Prime Therapeutics, Inc.
Siddhartha Mitra held the position of Executive Director of Clinical Development at Five Prime Therapeutics, Inc. for three months in 2021. He previously served as Senior Director of Clinical Development from 2018 to 2021. His work at Five Prime focused on advancing clinical programs and supporting the development of new therapeutic options.
Education and Training
Siddhartha Mitra completed his Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees at the University of California, San Francisco. His MD studies spanned from 1999 to 2009, while his PhD studies took place from 1999 to 2007. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Stanford University from 1995 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his clinical and research endeavors.
Clinical Experience at UCSF Medical Center
Siddhartha Mitra gained clinical experience as a Resident in Internal Medicine at UCSF Medical Center from 2009 to 2011. This role involved hands-on patient care and the application of medical knowledge in a clinical setting, contributing to his development as a physician.