At eQuantX, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success. We take pride in our team of highly skilled professionals who are passionate about delivering innovative solutions for our clients in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Our team members bring a diverse range of backgrounds and expertise to the table, including data science, pharmacology, software development, and healthcare consulting.
CULTURAL DIVERSITY
We value diversity and inclusivity, and we believe that a team with a variety of perspectives and experiences is key to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients. Our culture encourages open communication and collaboration among team members, which fosters a positive and supportive work environment. We believe that this approach not only leads to better outcomes for our clients, but also creates a rewarding and fulfilling experience for our team members
CAREER GROWTH PATH
At eQuantX, we offer a clear career growth path for our professionals. We have a hierarchical structure that includes directors, senior consultants, project managers, data scientists, and associate directors, each with varying levels of experience and expertise. We provide our team members with opportunities to develop their skills and take on more responsibilities as they grow with us
TRAINING AND LEARNING
We are committed to investing in our team’s professional development by providing ongoing training and learning opportunities. We believe that by staying up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in the industry, our team members are better equipped to provide our clients with innovative solutions.We are proud of our team and their dedication to delivering the best possible outcomes for our clients
Executive Team
Mukesh Kumar
Executive Director – Delivery, Scientific CIJoining Date 2019 Onwards, USA
Mukesh assumed the role of Vice President – Delivery & Innovations, Scientific CI Practice, at eQuantX in August 2019. Before joining our team, Dr. Mukesh established an illustrious career with over 15 years of dedicated research experience in both small molecule and biologics, primarily in the fields of oncology and neurology. His expertise encompasses a wide array of skills, including recombinant DNA, phage display technology, antibodies, immune-oncology (with a focus on K-RAS, checkpoint inhibitors, oncolytic therapies), immunotherapeutics (RNA and protein/human monoclonal antibody-based products), cancer stem cells, chemoresistance, Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR), and SDS-PAGE. With a Ph.D. background, Dr. Mukesh's research centers on recombinant antibody-mediated tumor targeting. His contributions to the field are evident through various citations, including those related to enhancing the efficacy of drug combinations in different oxygen environments, targeted cytosolic drug delivery using engineered Sendai viral envelopes, and innovative approaches to tackle chemo-resistance and stemness in glioma cells.
Anita Rawat
Director, Finance and LegalJoining Date 2018 Onwards, India
Anita assumed the role of Associate Director - Finance & Global Marketing at eQuantX Pharma Analytics Solutions in December 2018. With over 12 years of diverse experience spanning finance, HR, talent acquisition, office administration, and process establishment, Anita possesses a robust skill set enriched by analytical and interpersonal capabilities.
Her career journey includes successful leadership roles in multinational companies, both domestically and internationally. Anita is an MBA graduate in Human Resource Management and Personnel Administration from Christ University, Bangalore, India. She specializes in negotiation, client engagement, and client onboarding within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. Her primary role involves cultivating and nurturing client relationships, ensuring the delivery of exceptional client service experiences.
Project Execution Leaders
Peeyush Potdar
Practice Head, Competitive Intelligence, Market Access and PricingJoining Date 2018 Onwards, India
Peeyush has been a valuable part of the eQuantX team, serving as Practice Head for Competitive Intelligence, Market Access, and Pricing Analytics since December 2018. With over 12 years of diverse experience in business consulting and research support, he specializes in competitive intelligence, BD&L activities, KOL management, business research, and analytics services. His contributions extend to the development of market insight focused on various therapy areas, particularly orphan and ultra-orphan indications, as well as conducting market intelligence assignments spanning the pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and health insurance verticals.
Mr. Peeyush is a holder of an MBA in "Pharma Management" from the esteemed National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research (NIPER) in Mohali, India. He boasts expertise in scientific research, market access and commercialization, and lifecycle management for both new and mature assets. His competencies further extend to the creation of AI/ML-based analytics platforms for monitoring global conferences, social media analytics, and conducting patient outcomes research.
Chinmaya Senapati
Practice Head, Asset Valuation and ForecastingJoining Date 2018 Onwards, India
Chinmaya has been a valuable part of the eQuantX team, serving as Practice Head for Asset Valuation and Forecasting since December 2018. With over 14 years of diverse experience in business analytics, pharma forecasting, asset valuation and commercialization, his key responsibilities are providing analytical and consulting services in designing, delivering, and executing projects related to insights & forecasting. He create therapy level long term patient base & sales base forecasts by engaging key stakeholders to arrive at assumptions for a strong analysis and by using strong quantitative and analytic abilities to integrate and analyze complex data.
Business Development Leaders
Priyanka Negi
Lead, New Business DevelopmentJoining Date 2018 Onwards, India
Priyanka Negi has joined eQuantX as Manager of Business Development and Partnering since Jan 2018. A dynamic professional with 8+ years of diverse experience across Pharmaceuticals/ Healthcare/ Life sciences specializing in sales & marketing and Business Development. Priyanka holds a Master’s degree in “Business Management and Marketing” from Delhi University, New Delhi, India, and has expertise in lead generation and business development. Committed to delivering need base customized support to clients on competitive intelligence, pipeline analysis, epidemiology research, management consulting, strategic planning & portfolio analysis focused on pharma and life science industries
Krystle K
Director, Global Relationship and Partnering USJoining Date 2020 Onwards, US
Krystle Karoscik joined the eQuantX Advisory Board in Dec 2020. With 12+ years of rich experience in clinical research and program management experience leading cross-functional teams and managing global clinical trials: Expertise in neurology and oncology program planning for novel therapeutics, extensive vendor management, contract negotiation, and financial reporting experience, proficient medical writing skills for protocols, consents, and study reports. Competent in qualitative evaluation of programs and interpreting quantitative statistics Krystle holds a degree in Executive Doctorate, Strategic Leadership in Clinical Trial Research, Master of Liberal Arts, Neuroscience/Neurochemistry, and Bioethics and has expertise as a management consultant with a demonstrated operational and strategic development experience in biopharma entrepreneurship.
Md. Irfan
Sr. Manager, Global Relationship and Partnering USJoining Date 2019 Onwards, India
Mohammad Irfanuddin has been associated with eQuantX as Senior Manager - Global Relationship and Partnering since Dec 2019. With 10+ years of experience in Business Development. in his current role, he oversees relationship development with top-level pharma and med devices stakeholders. He proposes the best-consulting support around HEOR, Market Access, Competitive Intelligence, Asset valuation & forecasting, Business Analytics, and more. Adding to his experience, he worked as Business Development Manager for Vituscare and Nephroplus in building World Class Dialysis centers by partnering with corporate hospitals. Also worked with Top pharma companies like Novartis and Dr. Reddys. Irfan holds an MBA degree in “International Business” from the London School of Commerce, London, UK, and has experience in dealing with and supporting clients with their needs in consulting services through capabilities presentation, preparing proposals, and negotiations on pricing and contract signing.
Our Mentors
K. Mohan
Mohan boasts an impressive track record of over 15 years in the Intellectual Property domain, with a strong focus on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
He is a staunch advocate for the patentability of IT inventions. His journey commenced upon graduating from the esteemed Nottingham University in the UK in 1996. He embarked on his professional career with Shearn, a renowned legal firm, and subsequently assumed a leadership role in the patent department of another respected organization.
In 2004, he took a pivotal step by co-founding Adastra, an IP firm equipped to cater to diverse client needs. Throughout his career, Mr. Mohan has cultivated strong relationships with the Malaysian Patent Office and has demonstrated proficiency in handling foreign prosecutions, particularly in the context of the PCT route, US, and European applications. His extensive network encompasses collaborations with patent counsels worldwide.
N Kumar
As a solutions-oriented Project Manager, He offer a unique blend of business acumen and technical prowess, boasting over 20 years of experience in roles spanning Business Consulting and Project Management.
His versatile skill set includes in-depth expertise in data integration architecture, SQL, and a range of technologies, including Java, Python, R, machine learning, and AI. With extensive experience in working with automation and process-oriented products, particularly in the dynamic field of the pharmaceutical industry, he has consistently demonstrated his ability to align day-to-day operations with overarching business objectives.
His proficiency extends to establishing and nurturing valuable client and vendor relationships, underpinned by strong communication skills. Furthermore, he have a track record of building and leading high-performing teams, providing the guidance, training, and support required to ensure the punctual and cost-effective delivery of high-quality products and services.
