Sunny Patel
About Sunny Patel
Sunny Patel serves as the Vice President and Head of R&D Program & Alliance Management at Sana Biotechnology, Inc., where he leads the Late Stage Portfolio Committee's yearly goals setting and tracking process. With over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, he has worked in various therapeutic areas and held significant roles at Roche and Genentech.
Work at Sana Biotechnology
Sunny Patel serves as the Vice President and Head of R&D Program & Alliance Management at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. since 2019. In this role, he leads the Late Stage Portfolio Committee's yearly goals setting and tracking process. He collaborates with large industry partners across various therapeutic areas, contributing to the development and management of innovative biotechnological solutions.
Previous Experience at Roche
Before joining Sana Biotechnology, Sunny Patel worked at Roche as a Global Project Manager from 2008 to 2013. His tenure included roles in both South San Francisco, CA, and Welwyn Garden City, UK. During this time, he gained valuable experience in project management within the pharmaceutical sector.
Experience at Genentech
Sunny Patel held the position of Principal Manager in Pipeline & Portfolio Planning at Genentech from 2013 to 2019 in South San Francisco, CA. In this capacity, he influenced major development decisions for company assets, including mergers and acquisitions, through collaboration with senior executives such as the Chief Medical Officer and Chief Operating Officer.
Education and Expertise
Sunny Patel studied at the University of East London, where he earned a Bachelor of Medical Biology with a focus on Molecular Genetics from 1996 to 1999. He has over 20 years of diverse experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including expertise in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Immunology, CNS, and Virology across all stages of development.
Leadership and Mentorship
In his current role, Sunny Patel guides, mentors, and educates late-stage teams, including lifecycle teams, finance, and project and portfolio management members. His leadership in these areas supports the development of effective strategies and enhances team performance within the organization.