About
Jonathan Lee is a Partner at Braidwell, a specialist investment firm focused on the healthcare and life sciences sector. In his role, Lee is responsible for originating and managing investments across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical technology, and healthcare services, bringing extensive domain expertise and financial acumen to the firm’s portfolio strategy.
Prior to joining Braidwell in 2025, Lee spent a decade as Partner at OrbiMed, where he led investments in emerging biopharma and medical innovation, helping drive the firm's reputation as a leading global healthcare fund. He began his career as an Investment Banking M&A Analyst at Evercore, where he worked on significant transactions within the healthcare industry, furthering his foundation in corporate finance and strategic advisory.
Lee holds a degree from Columbia University’s Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, equipping him with a rigorous analytical and technical background. At both OrbiMed and Braidwell, he has contributed significantly to investment diligence and deal structuring in the life sciences sector, earning recognition for his leadership in evaluating venture and growth-stage healthcare companies.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braidwell | Partner | Jun 2025 to Present | — |
| OrbiMed | Partner | Jan 2015 to Jan 2025 | Public equity head of healthcare services and tools and diagnostics, with prior experience in medical devices |
| Evercore | Investment Banking M and A Analyst | Jan 2013 to Jan 2015 | Healthcare M&A group, focused on large-cap pharmaceuticals |
Education
Columbia University - Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science
2009 — 2013
Skills & Expertise
Others at Braidwell LP (16)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Partner, Head of Trading | New York, NY , United States | |
| Associate | Stamford, CT , United States | |
| Partner | New York, NY , United States | |
I Ilan Sender | Partner | New York, NY , United States |
| Partner | Chicago, IL , United States | |
N Narendra Nayak | Partner | New York, NY , United States |
Z Zhenhua He | Partner | Stamford, CT , United States |
| Associate | Stamford, CT , United States | |
L Laura Sterner | Head of Business Development, Global Equities | New York, NY , United States |
M Matina G. | Associate | Stamford, CT , United States |
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