Foster Gonsalves
About Foster Gonsalves
Foster Gonsalves serves as the Vice President of Business Development and Operations at BridgeBio and has extensive experience in clinical development strategies, particularly in oncology. He holds a Ph.D. in Molecular and Cell Biology and has worked in various roles at Rgenix, Inc., NYU School of Medicine, and other organizations.
Work at BridgeBio
Foster Gonsalves has served as Vice President of Business Development and Operations at BridgeBio since 2021. In this role, he focuses on strategic initiatives that drive the company's growth and operational efficiency. His experience in clinical development and operations, particularly in oncology, contributes to the company's mission of advancing innovative therapies.
Education and Expertise
Foster Gonsalves holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Microbiology and Biochemistry from St. Xavier's College, obtained between 1995 and 1998. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, from 2000 to 2006. Additionally, he completed a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Policy and Management at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health from 2012 to 2015. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in translational sciences and clinical development strategies.
Background
Foster Gonsalves has a diverse professional background in the biotechnology and healthcare sectors. He has worked in various roles, including Vice President of Preclinical Development at Rgenix, Inc. from 2013 to 2016, and as a Managing Consultant at Navigant from 2010 to 2013. His experience spans clinical development, operations, and business development, with a strong emphasis on oncology portfolio programs.
Achievements in Clinical Development
Throughout his career, Foster Gonsalves has been involved in establishing biomarker-driven clinical development strategies. His work aligns scientific rationale with market dynamics, particularly in oncology. He has held positions that required a strong understanding of translational sciences, contributing to the advancement of oncology portfolio programs at various organizations, including Rgenix, Inc.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before his current role at BridgeBio, Foster Gonsalves held several significant positions. He worked as a Consultant in Translational Medicine at Rgenix, Inc. since 2021, and previously served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at NYU School of Medicine from 2006 to 2010. His earlier experience includes consulting roles at Easton Associates and Rgenix, Inc., where he focused on business development.