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Jonathan Bernardini

Founder

Founder at Proxima

Parkville, Victoria, Australia

FoundedProxima

About

Jonathan Bernardini is the CEO and co-founder of Proxima Bio. A cell biologist by background, he focuses on repurposing antibodies for the development of new medicines.

Founder at Proxima

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Proxima's investors · 3

DCVC (Data Collective)Palo Alto · $5M – $25M checks · since 2026Magnetic VenturesBoston · $1M – $6M checksModi VenturesHouston

Experience

  1. Proxima BioChief Executive Officercurrent2024 — presentMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
  2. WEHI (Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research)Postdoctoral Researcher2020 — 2024Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
  3. The University of British ColumbiaPostdoctoral Researcher2019 — 2020Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jonathan Bernardini?
Jonathan Bernardini is the CEO and co-founder of Proxima Bio. A cell biologist by background, he focuses on repurposing antibodies for the development of new medicines.
Where does Jonathan Bernardini work?
Jonathan Bernardini is Founder of Proxima.
What companies did Jonathan Bernardini found?
Jonathan Bernardini founded Proxima.
Where did Jonathan Bernardini go to school?
Jonathan Bernardini studied at University of Melbourne (Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology); University of Melbourne (Bachelor of Science - BSc, Biomedical/Medical Engineering).

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Shared employers

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