Chief of Staff to CEO of BridgeBio and GondolaBio

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Mavericks Wanted</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on</span> <br><span data-contrast="auto"> </span> <br><span data-contrast="auto">In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. </span> <br><span data-contrast="auto"> </span> <br><span data-contrast="auto">Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><p><strong><u>Mavericks Wanted</u></strong></p> <p>When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement…read on</p> <p>In 2015, we pioneered a “Moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare diseases and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. </p> <p>Together we define white space, push boundaries and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma.</p> <p><strong>BridgeBio</strong> is a commercial stage biopharmaceutical company founded to discover, create, test, and deliver transformative medicines to treat patients who suffer from genetic diseases. We bridge the gap between remarkable advancements in genetic science in academic institutions and the delivery of meaningful medicines to patients. Founded in 2015, the company has built a portfolio of 30+ drug development programs ranging from preclinical to late-stage development in multiple therapeutic areas including genetic dermatology, precision oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, neurology, pulmonology, and renal disease, with three approved drugs and three additional positive Phase 3 results, making the company one of the most productive R&D engines in the industry’s history. <br><br>To learn more about our story and company culture, visit us at <a href="https://bridgebio.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0875e1;"><u>https://bridgebio.com</u></span></a></p> <p><strong>GondolaBio </strong>is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing next-generation therapeutics for genetic diseases. A sister company of BridgeBio, GondolaBio secured $300M in private financing from external investors in August 2024. The company aims to leverage cutting-edge biological research to create breakthrough medicines addressing high unmet needs across multiple therapeutic areas in monogenic rare diseases. Located on the Stanford Life Sciences campus, GondolaBio fosters a unique hybrid environment where top scientists from around the world collaborate with senior leadership and advisors, blending industry expertise with academic innovation.</p> <p><strong><u>What You'll Do</u></strong></p> <p>The Chief of Staff reports directly to the CEO of BridgeBio and GondolaBio. The primary objective of this role is to increase the leverage of the CEO, facilitate interactions and information flow across the executive leadership team, take on key cross-functional strategic initiatives, and serve as a strategic thought partner to the CEO, helping to manage and direct strategic decisions for the firm going forward.</p> <p>As an extension of the CEO, this role is inherently flexible, taking a central role in projects that are of top priority for BridgeBio and GondolaBio. The person in this role will help determine the theory of how we want to manage the firm going forward. The person will have a demonstrated ability to make connections, manage conversations and negotiations with potential partners, interface with investors, and coordinate with Affiliate companies with a high degree of emotional intelligence. The person will ideate and manage strategic initiatives, organize, and interpret incoming data, evaluate, and review ongoing programs, articulate, and define strategy. The person in this role will have significant impact on BridgeBio/GondolaBio and our ability to serve patients.</p> <p><span style="color: #000000;">The Chief of Staff should be:</span></p> <ul> <li>Patient-focused</li> <li>A clear and structured communicator who distills complexity into concise insights and recommendations</li> <li>Comfortable operating in ambiguity and able to create clarity where none exists</li> <li>Influential without formal authority, able to align senior stakeholders and drive follow-through</li> <li>Detail-oriented but never lose sight of enterprise-level priorities</li> <li>Biased toward action, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability</li> <li>Resilient and adaptable, able to shift gears quickly as priorities evolve</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Ensure cross-functional alignment and harmonization of strategy with operational activities across commercial launches, clinical programs, and new R&D</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Organize and interpret incoming data and discuss findings of relevant strategic analyses with senior leadership and relevant external stakeholders</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Help define / lead strategic initiatives (e.g., evaluate new scientific and information technologies, incubate new Affiliates or other ventures, and reduce rate-limiting steps in clinical development)</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Conduct weekly reviews of literature associated with ongoing and new programs of interest</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Manage key meetings with Board members and other senior leaders across BridgeBio, sometimes serving as a proxy/delegate for the CEO</span></li> <li>Question assumptions and challenge how things are done across BridgeBio in the service of the patient mission</li> <li>Respond to urgent issues and help coordinate cross-functional efforts</li> <li>Perform other strategic analyses and projects as needed</li> <li>Manage the operating rhythm of the Office of the CEO</li> <li>Ensure that participants are prepared prior to meetings with CEO</li> <li>Support in the representation of BridgeBio to external parties including patients, physicians, investors, media, partners, vendors, candidates, etc.</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Where You'll Work</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>In-person work is a requirement for 5-6 days per week. The role is primarily based out of our office in Palo Alto, CA with 1-2 days per week in our San Francisco, CA office</li> <li>Domestic and international travel is expected when required</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Who You Are</u></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Passion for delivering life-changing treatment options into the hands of patients</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Familiarity with the drug discovery & development process</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Proven scientific and business acumen</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Demonstrated communication skills</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Demonstrated ability to solve problems using a structured, analytical approach</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Comfort working independently and as part of a diverse team</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Exceptional written communication and presentation skills</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Comfort with ambiguity and a self-starter attitude</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Extremely fast learner</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Exquisitely detail-oriented</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">Highly empathetic and emotionally intelligent</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">3 to 6+ years of relevant business development / operations / strategy experience in biopharma</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">2 to 3 years of experience in a top-tier professional services firm (e.g., consulting or banking) strongly preferred</span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;">PhD, MD, MBA with a biopharmaceutical focus, or other graduate degrees in the life sciences strongly preferred</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Rewarding Those Who Make the Mission Possible</u></strong></p> <p>We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return. </p> <p><strong>Financial Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Market leading compensation </li> <li>401K with 100% employer match on first 3% & 50% on the next 2%</li> <li>Employee stock purchase program</li> <li>Pre-tax commuter benefits</li> <li>Referral program with $2,500 award for hired referrals</li> </ul> <p><strong>Health & Wellbeing:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive health care with 100% premiums covered - no cost to you and dependents</li> <li>Mental health support via Spring Health (6 therapy sessions & 6 coaching sessions)</li> <li>Hybrid work model - employees have the autonomy in where and how they do their work </li> <li>Unlimited flexible paid time off - take the time that you need</li> <li>Paid parental leave - 4 months for birthing parents & 2 months for non-birthing parents</li> <li>Flex spending accounts & company-provided group term life & disability </li> <li>Subsidized lunch via Forkable on days worked from our office</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skill Development & Career Paths:</strong></p> <ul> <li>People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility</li> <li>We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, Spring Health & BetterUp Coaching</li> <li>We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><div> <div>At BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process. BridgeBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.</div> </div></div><div class="title">Salary</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$222,800</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$274,800 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>As a global company, our comprehensive benefits may vary based on location.  <span data-contrast="auto">We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return.</span></strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">For USA based roles:</span></strong></span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Financial & Rewards </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Market-leading compensation</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">  </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">401(k) with employer match</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">  </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Pre-tax commuter benefits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> (transit and parking) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Referral bonus</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> for hired candidates </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Subsidized lunch and parking</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> on in-office days </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Health & Well-Being </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> for you </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">and</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> your dependents </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Health Savings Account (HSA)</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> with annual employer contributions, plus </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Fertility & family-forming benefits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Expanded mental health support</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> (therapy and coaching resources) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Hybrid work model</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> with flexibility </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> and company-paid holidays </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> to care for yourself and your family </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Skill Development & Career Paths:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul></div>