Pacific Bridge New York Fellowship
The Pacific Bridge NY Fellowship is a structured program for PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, MDs, PharmDs, medical students, and other advanced trainees who want exposure to biotechnology investing, company formation, and cross-border drug development.
The Overview
The fellowship is designed to as an immersive, education-focused experience. Fellows work on meaningful projects, participate in diligence sessions, and interact with investors, operators, and clinicians who are active in biotech and venture. The goal is to translate academic training into practical skills that are relevant to early-stage therapeutics and venture capital, while contributing to live firm initiatives.
The Details
The fellowship is a part-time, project-based engagement aligned with academic calendars. It is designed to offer meaningful experience while respecting existing research and clinical commitments.
Fellows can expect:
– Onboarding: Introduction to PBNY’s investment focus, cross-border model, and current areas of interest.
– Exposure: Regular exposure to scientific diligence, market analysis, clinical strategy, and venture fundamentals.
– Project-Based Work: Workstreams may include target and asset evaluation, indication landscape mapping, and supporting company-formation.
– Mentorship: Direct engagement with investment team members and clinical experts, with structured feedback.
Who Should Apply
Qualifications:
Comfortable reading and interpreting primary literature in relevant therapeutic areas (e.g., autoimmunity, inflammation, oncology).
Interested in how science translates into clinical development and, ultimately, commercial therapeutics.
Curious about venture capital, licensing, and company formation, particularly in a cross-border context.
Motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a small, focused team.
Prior biotech or business experience is not required; the fellowship is designed as a bridge from academia and clinical training into the biotech and venture ecosystem.
Duration & Time Commitment
– Format: Part-time (~10 hours/week) and remote friendly
– Program Length: Structured across an academic year
– Time Commitment: Designed to be compatible with ongoing PhD, postdoctoral, or clinical training responsibilities
Program scheduling, cadence, and workload may be adjusted based on cohort structure and institutional requirements.
Alumni & Resources
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Fellows finish the program with:
– Practical experience in scientific and market diligence
– Exposure to real investment and company-formation discussions
– A clearer understanding of career paths in biotech, venture, and translational medicine
– Access to a growing network of PBNY alumni, advisors, and collaborators
The fellowship is designed as a talent pipeline. High-performing fellows may be considered for future opportunities in investing, operations, or portfolio companies as roles become available.
How to Inquire
Prospective fellows will be invited to apply during periodic application windows. A typical application may include:
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
A current CV or resume outlining educational background, academic or professional appointments, research or clinical experience, honors or awards, and any prior fellowship or grant support.
Brief Statement of Interest
A short statement describing the applicant’s scientific or clinical background, primary areas of interest, professional goals, and what the applicant hopes to gain from participation in the fellowship.
Academic of Clinical Status
Documentation confirming the applicant’s current academic or clinical status, along with anticipated milestones or timeframe such as expected graduation date.
Expressions of interest and application materials may be sent to: [email protected]