Lena Patel
About Lena Patel
Lena Patel is a Senior Associate at Roivant Sciences, where she has worked since 2022, following her previous role as an Associate from 2020 to 2022. She has a background in healthcare investment banking and research, with experience at various institutions including Duke University School of Medicine and RBC Capital Markets.
Current Role at Roivant Sciences
Lena Patel currently holds the position of Senior Associate at Roivant Sciences, a role she has occupied since 2022. She is based in Menlo Park, California. In her current capacity, she reports directly to the Chairman of the Board of over 10 public and private companies within the Roivant Pharma family. Her responsibilities include supporting governance roles across multiple companies within the organization.
Previous Experience at Roivant Sciences
Before her current role, Lena Patel worked as an Associate at Roivant Sciences from 2020 to 2022. During her two years in this position, she contributed to various projects and initiatives within the company. Her experience at Roivant Sciences has provided her with a solid foundation in the pharmaceutical industry.
Educational Background
Lena Patel studied at Duke University, where she earned a Biology Major with a Neuroscience Minor and a Certificate in Markets & Management. Her academic tenure spanned from 2014 to 2018, equipping her with a strong background in both biological sciences and business management.
Professional Experience Prior to Roivant Sciences
Lena Patel has a diverse professional background prior to her tenure at Roivant Sciences. She worked at RBC Capital Markets in Healthcare Investment Banking from 2018 to 2020 and served as a Summer Analyst in the same field in 2017. Additionally, she held positions at Duke University School of Medicine as a Research Assistant, PEAK6 as a Business Strategy Program participant, and SmartBiz as a Loan Specialist. Her early career also included an internship at Kaiser Permanente.
Governance Experience
In her role at Roivant Sciences, Lena Patel has gained experience in governance roles across multiple companies within the Roivant Pharma family. This experience involves working closely with the Board of Directors and contributing to strategic decision-making processes.