Ruma Bhagat, MD, MPH is a physician and public health leader with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She is a seasoned clinical research professional and currently serves as Executive Director, Head of Strategy in the Population Science team at Genentech, a member of the Roche Group.
Throughout her career, Ruma has held diverse roles in Clinical Science, Clinical Operations, and Process Excellence, building a strong foundation in the drug development lifecycle. She leads cross-functional initiatives aimed at advancing health equity and promoting inclusive research by broadening the scientific representation of historically understudied patient populations in clinical trials.
An intrapreneur at heart, Ruma is passionate about driving organizational change and fostering innovation in how research is conducted. She is a recognized thought leader and advocate for inclusivity in clinical research, often emphasizing that “research without inclusiveness is not research.” Her work is rooted in the belief that equitable representation in clinical trials is essential to reducing global healthcare disparities and ensuring timely access to treatments for all patients.
