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Rob Brainin

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Chief Executive Officer at Champions Oncology, Inc.
📍 Greater Boston, United States

Rob is a global life sciences executive, currently serving as the Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer at Veracyte. A Harvard Law School graduate, he leverages his expertise in technology and molecular data to drive corporate development and M&A. He also serves on the board of Champions Oncology.

Outside of his executive roles, Rob is passionate about philanthropy, serving on the Board of Directors for the Childrens Tumor Foundation. He is actively involved with their Medical Advisory Committee, aiming to find effective treatments for neurofibromatosis. He also shows interest in leadership principles and global economic trends.

As CEO, his former company, Genuity Science, was recognized by Fast Company as a "Most Innovative Company" in Biotech.

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Experience
28 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Location
Greater Boston, United States
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Cancer Diagnostics
As EVP and Chief Business Officer at Veracyte, his primary focus is on transforming cancer care through high-value diagnostic insights.
Life Sciences M&A
His role at Veracyte explicitly includes responsibility for Corporate Development, Business Development, Strategy, and M&A.
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Career

Work history

8-2025
Chief Executive Officer
Champions Oncology, Inc.
5-2024
Member Board of Directors
Code Ocean
7-2021 - 4-2025
Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer
Veracyte, Inc.
2-2021
Member Board Of Directors
Champions Oncology, Inc.
3-2018 - 1-2021
Chief Executive Officer
Genuity Science
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Education
1996
J.D.
Harvard Law School
B.A.
Emory University
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Rockville High School
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