Team | Together We Advance

The Qral Community

Our team of consulting and industry professionals brings deep subject matter expertise. We focus on the importance of listening to our clients and to each other. Only through engaging in a dialogue can we effectively customize our skills to deliver client projects.

We want to learn. We want to contribute. And we want to have fun doing it.

Aaron

Aaron

“He who has a why to live can bear almost any how” – Friedrich Nietzsche

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work alongside supportive, experienced & hard-working individuals. Qral has a collaborative culture which truly leverages teamwork internally, as well as with clients.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Making an impact in the world of Healthcare & Analytics. Operating in such an exciting space & working closely with clients to tailor a solution is something I truly value.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of my career I enjoy playing a ton of sports, anything from Boxing to Golf to Soccer. I am also a competitive Bridge player, working towards becoming a Life Master. Apart from that, I like reading, writing, and traveling/engaging in adrenaline activities.

Abhinav

Abhinav

"It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves." - William Shakespeare

What attracted you to Qral?

The best thing about Qral is it’s culture. Here we have flexibility in roles, challenging and unexplored work and opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial setup. And on top of that, a chance to work with a group of known and unknown people who are best and very supportive.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Working with such collaborative and bright people always pushes me to learn new things. It helps in evolving my technical skills and enhances my ability to build strong client relationships. And for the icing, I love the work flexibility here.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Beyond work, I love spending time with my family, travelling and exploring places, playing squash and watching sci-fi movies.

Ali

Ali

"The basis for poetry and scientific discovery is the ability to comprehend the unlike in the like and the like in the unlike." – Jacob Bronowski

What attracted you to Qral?

I love how nimble Qral is. The team is whip-smart and very cohesive. There’s a diversity of experience at Qral, and we draw upon each other’s strengths to deliver amazing results quickly.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Our clients are innovative, and their work saves lives. There’s a real sense of mission working in the pharmaceutical industry. The problems we help solve can be quite complex, and I love the challenge of it.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outdoor activities are my favorite. Our family loves spending time in nature.

Andy

Andy

“Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” -Michael Jordan

What attracted you to Qral?

The people and the collaborative culture really appealed to me. Everyone is extremely intelligent and very collaborative, and I was excited about the opportunity to learn from and work with some of the smartest people in the industry.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I like that I get to work closely with clients and build a close and trusting relationship with them to ultimately determine innovative and data driven solutions to their problems. Every day is different, and I am able to gain lots of different skills and constantly learn new things.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work, I love traveling and exploring new places. I am also a huge sports fan and enjoying watching all the Minnesota sports teams as well as playing basketball and running.

Angel

Angel

“I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” – Stephen Covey

What attracted you to Qral?

An infectious collaborative nature acts as the strong foundation of a progressive work environment. The opportunity to work and grow in such an environment while solving client’s newest and most challenging problems with the best minds is something that primarily attracted me to Qral.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The best thing about work is being able to act as partners to clients instead of being third party vendors. This helps build a transparent and assuring relationship with the client, getting to understand their complex business better and to work with them in providing innovative solutions to their ever evolving business needs.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy traveling, doing adventure sports, listening/exploring good music (progressive rock, pop and electronic being my favorite genres), and spending time with my family and friends. I have a special interest in philosophy and psychology subject areas, about which I keep learning by reading relevant novels and online discussions.

Ankit

Ankit

"Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young." - Henry Ford

What attracted you to Qral?

I was on a look out for an open environment, where I could get opportunities to learn and grow and where I can work on new tools and technologies. Qral brings all of these together.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

With a lot of challenging and smart work, Qral enables me to learn and build impactful relationships with clients.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Beyond work, I like to play badminton, explore new places, and also to indulge myself in a little bit of dancing.

Ankur

Ankur

“It is the job that’s never started as takes longest to finish” – Sam, Lord of the Rings

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work with multi-talented, hard-working individuals, all sharing the core values of the company in a collaborative culture.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The most rewarding part for me is that it takes a lot of learning and collaboration with people from diverse backgrounds to reach the optimal solution for the client. During this whole process of solution discovery, the people you encounter and the tools and techniques you learn always enrich your knowledge. Having my work making a positive impact on my client's business is something I always look forward to.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Beyond work, I love to read, watch tech vlogs and food channels on YouTube, and spend time with my family and friends.

Anuj

Anuj

"No dream is ever chased alone" - Rahul Dravid

What attracted you to Qral?

The spirit of togetherness and the willingness to try out new things. I always wanted to be the part of a team where people love taking up new challenges and collaborate to the highest degree to get through them.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

In my opinion, working with clients entails understanding their problems as partners and not as a third party or solution vendors. This ultimately translates into getting to know the dynamics of their business and trying out new things to cater to their ever evolving solution needs. These business dynamics can be demanding at times, but always teach you something new with each passing experience, consequently helping you evolve both personally and professionally.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Beyond work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. Simply having a chat with them is a great stress buster and relaxes my mind from the hubbub of other things. I am also a sports enthusiast with particular interests in Cricket. I have also very recently taken up trekking and like to visit the mountains whenever the time permits.

Anuj

Anuj

“If you want something you've never had, You must be willing to do something you've never done.” – Thomas Jefferson

What attracted you to Qral?

After working with large sized organizations for most of my initial working years, I felt the need to explore different aspects of an entrepreneurial setup. I wanted to expose myself to unstructured structures and processes and work towards setting up things from scratch. Qral is a complete fit in my plan since I will be getting an opportunity to work in the desired environment as well as capitalize on my past experience.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I like the fact that we are acknowledged as thought partners by our clients as we empower and enable them to take strategic and tactical business decisions. In the process, we develop a deep understanding of their businesses, operations, latest pharma trends etc. It’s also exciting that the business problems across clients are very diverse in nature and they ensure we are constantly learning and growing.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love traveling and exploring new places/cultures as and when times permits. I am a big foodie! I keep trying new cafes/ dine out places in the city with my family & friends. Recently, I have developed a keen interest in yoga and meditation, I try practicing it frequently.

Anukriti

Anukriti

"They say destiny is already written. But sometimes you just have to grab a pen and may be even this is written somewhere."

What attracted you to Qral?

There is always a difference between a shirt which is a perfect fit versus a good fit. What I love about Qral is that here we are not trying to structure a business problem into an industry established framework but instead really understanding each client's specific business requirements and creating a solution for it..

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I like travelling and trying new cuisines - sometimes alone - sometimes with my elder sibling. Every weekend I try to spend my weekend in a different city.

Archit

Archit

"It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities." Dumbledore to Harry, in Harry Potter and Chamber of Secrets

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work with talented and smart people in a setup which is driven by innovation and collaboration.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The feeling of accomplishment I get after solving a problem is the most rewarding part of my work. At the same time, engaging with a diverse group of people and learning and growing in the process of solution discovery is highly exciting.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I read, write Hindi poems and watch theater plays. Recently, I have started enjoying cooking and I would like to believe that I am getting good at it.

Archna

Archna

Don't ever let someone tell you, you can't do something. You got a dream, you got to protect it. People can’t do something themselves, they want to tell you - you can’t do it. You want something, go get it. Period.” – Pursuit of Happyness

What attracted you to Qral?

Open work environment and community culture are what attracted me the most and kept on increasing my enthusiasm towards the role and opportunity. The idea of working together, however, independently and a chance to understand clients closely kept my interest dwelling.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I enjoy working hard to provide the best results and understanding the complex business problems in collaboration with client teams. I believe it is very important to keep striving to find better solutions while building strong client relationships.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I usually travel if time permits – to quieter and unexplored places and to hedonistic party places. I love to dance, cook, swim, meditate and exercise.

Arpan D

Arpan D

"Ever Tried. Ever Failed. No Matter. Try Again. Fail Again. Fail Better." – Samuel Beckett

What attracted you to Qral?

What attracted me to Qral was the open culture, collaborative environment & the vision of what the company aspires to become . Also, the opportunity to collaborate and learn from a group of smart people on new tools and technologies.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I believe getting to know each client is always a fascinating experience and I get the opportunity to learn about new dimensions in the industry I never knew existed. Client work enables me to have a broader perspective to find the best solution to the problems at hand. The relationships we build with them along the way is also a definite plus.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I am a part time theatre actor on weekends in a small theatre group that I co-founded. Also, I enjoy going up the mountains to trek and cut myself out from the digital world for a while. Also, I enjoy playing chess during any break time I have during the day.

Arpan S

Arpan S

“I could either watch it happen or be a part of it” – Elon Musk

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work in an innovative place where everyone shares the same vision and is dedicated towards work. I wanted to grow and bring my ideas onboard to make real contributions to the team.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

There is a genuine spirit of cooperation and shared goals all revolving around helping the clients. The capability of the team in solving client’s problems differently, with an effective and efficient approach. It is always challenging, always evolving and every day is different like a constant adventure. Trust among the teammates to listen at someone’s ideas and help to carry out.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

During my free time, I like to travel and watch Netflix. My favorite series on Netflix so far is Peaky Blinders, based on British crime drama created by Steven Knight. I enjoy bike riding, recently I covered the Leh-Ladakh region riding my bike.

Austin

Austin

“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of convenience and comfort, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.

What attracted you to Qral?
I was attracted to the opportunity of working alongside a group of brilliant individuals with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. As a lifelong learner, I value the ability to be exposed to and learn from all of the different skill sets and expertise that Qral’s staff exemplify. On top of all of that, Qral has a young, dynamic, and personable culture, so it makes it extremely enjoyable to collaborate and grow with.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
There’s no other job out there where you are able to innovate the business operations of the client company, while also simultaneously making a positive impact on the countless people served by the client too. The work is fast paced and constantly changing, requiring me to adapt to complex challenges and learn new skills. These aspects combined with the relationships I build with my teammates and clients create an impactful and fulfilling experience, one where I look forward to each and every new workday.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Outside of work, I enjoy watching anything football-related, reading historical non-fiction, prioritizing my health and fitness, researching my investment portfolio, trying out new restaurants, and traveling to anywhere warm or scenic.

Ayush

Ayush

"Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better." - Samuel Beckett

What attracted you to Qral?

Small teams of highly talented and motivated individuals trying to solve some great problems in the industry have always excited me. The autonomy and independence in the work, the flexible yet collaborative environment and the opportunity to build solutions for the clients from scratch attracted me to Qral.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I strongly believe that it is never about our growth but always about client's growth. Our growth is a by-product of our client's growth. I love it when through my skills, experience and knowledge acquired after working for few years in the industry, I can contribute to the client's continuous growth by supporting them in their initiatives, providing analytical solutions to their business problems and continuously improving the current processes. For me, a smile on my client's face because of my work is the best feeling there is and that is what I work for.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love to travel, go for long drives and read both fiction and non-fiction novels/books whenever time permits. I recently started playing tennis & squash and trying to continuously improve my game on weekends. I also write on Indian economy and Indian political landscape.

Bhavjeet

Bhavjeet

“Excellence is a continuous process, not an accident” – APJ Abdul Kalam Azad

What attracted you to Qral?

The open environment with new learning opportunities. The work culture and willingness to deliver while trying out new things and honing one’s own skills. This was something I figured through my conversations with the people here. Last and the most important factor are the people at Qral. I have worked with some of them earlier and knew a few of them personally.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

A few simple things in simpler words – While working together with a client to try providing a solution, gives me a sense of involvement and togetherness. Whenever I face a tough situation, a successful implementation, moreover a technical one, gives me a sense of achievement while upgrading my skills and business understanding at the same. Also, it gives me real happiness and confidence seeing a positive impact of my expertise and inputs on client’s business.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

While I am not at work, I like to read and travel, especially to experience new and unexplored places. I enjoy trekking, hiking and bike riding. I also like photography and love to capture portraits, flowers and sceneries. I love the most spending time with my family and friends.

Bhavik

Bhavik

"Wherever you go, go will all your heart."

What attracted you to Qral?

The passion to get more exposure, along with an idea of getting to work in a firm where your thoughts are valued and everybody is so welcoming here at Qral group.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The best thing is that it improves my interpersonal skills. Moreover, it also improved my business and domain knowledge and for me "Knowledge is power."

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love travelling especially to mountains, a perfect getaway for me would be camping somewhere in snow capped mountains.

Bill

Bill

What attracted you to Qral?

The ability to partner closely with clients on their most pressing issues and to find creative ways to solve them, to broaden my exposure to the life sciences industry, to work with such a smart and tight-knit group of colleagues, and to play a hands-on role in guiding Qral as it continues to grow and innovate.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Not just answering the question, but figuring out whether we are even asking the right question. Building real relationships with clients by helping them succeed.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love to travel with my wife, Brittany, exploring new places and of course new foods and craft beers. When we are not on the run, I enjoy reading and trying my luck at genealogy. And in the fall you can find me rooting for the Dallas Cowboys and over-analyzing my fantasy teams...

Brendan

Brendan

"It is the responsibility of leadership to work intelligently with what is given, and not waste time fantasizing about a world of flawless people and perfect choices." - Marcus Aurelius

What attracted you to Qral?
Qral rewards my curiosity and drive, and my team continually inspires me to elevate my standards.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
The constant learning: meeting new people, understanding their perspectives, and helping in their successes.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Rock climbing! In my photo, I’ve just climbed a route in southern Nevada and am beginning a 200-foot rappel down – definitely an exhilarating sport. I also play ultimate frisbee and practice hot yoga.

Brian

Brian

“Energy and persistence conquer all things” - Benjamin Franklin

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work with esteemed colleagues, doing intellectually rewarding work, and helping them to solve diverse scientific and commercial problems.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Learning, collaborating and growing alongside experienced analysts and industry leaders to generate timely technological and commercial insights to help clients succeed.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love to spend time with my family. Watching my daughter and enjoying a good laugh together. I also enjoy nature, hiking, running, biking and swimming.

Calvin

Calvin

“Look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see, and wonder about what makes the universe exist. Be curious.” - Stephen Hawking

What attracted you to Qral?

As a consultant fresh out of graduate school, I found the opportunity to learn in a fast paced environment with great team members who embrace the nimble approach to be attractive and exciting. There is always a sense of team work and the ability to jump in with fresh eyes and immediately be given new responsibilities enables a stronger sense of ownership.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I love being able to work on the diversity of projects across the biotech industry and being able to meet and work with experts in their domains to constantly learn and adapt makes it an exciting place to work.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

During my free time, I enjoy playing badminton, cooking, and exploring new hiking spots with my friends and family.

Catheryne

Chandana

Chandana

"If you have good thoughts, it will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely." - Roald Dahl

What attracted you to Qral?

I was drawn to the team of intelligent and driven individuals, who are united by the mission of making a positive impact in the life sciences and biotech industries, and the innumerous opportunities to learn and grow

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I am excited by the challenging, fast-paced nature of the work and the importance it has in impacting the lives of patients. I think our clients are truly passionate about helping people and assisting them with attaining their goals is incredibly fulfilling.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, baking, and writing poetry. I also love exploring Chicago, where I grew up and currently reside, as there is always something new to see or delicious to eat!

Chiara

Chiara

"If at first, you don’t succeed, try, try, and try again", Thomas H Palmer

What attracted you to Qral?

I first started working with Qral as a client and was impressed by the many achievements we made working together as a team. I particularly appreciated the passion and attention to detail of the Qral consultants. I am now thrilled to be able to continue working with them and the rest of the Qral team on new projects.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The ability to bring new, independent perspectives to client business questions and help find answers that give competitive advantage.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love trekking in the Italian Alps with my husband, Hugo, and enjoying cream teas in the British countryside with my family and friends.

Chih-Kao

Chih-Kao

Together we advance.

Claire

Claire

"The creation of a single world comes from a huge number of fragments and chaos." - Hayao Miyazaki

What attracted you to Qral?
The people! I really enjoyed the conversations I had with everyone I got to meet.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
I like the variety in the work I do, and I feel like I can make a difference in people's lives through my work. I also love how collaborative the culture is; everyone has a support system and that helps us bring out the best work.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Outside of work, I enjoy café-hopping, trying new boba places, and meeting new dogs.

Clavan

Denise

Denise

"The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it." - William James

What attracted you to Qral?

I was excited to join a team of hardworking and supportive individuals who come from diverse backgrounds. I like the people that I get to work with and learn from, and the problems that we tackle.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I like that no two days are the same. It's both exciting and rewarding to be able to help a client achieve their goals while also learning from them at the same time.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love hanging out with friends and enjoy all kinds of experiences, whether it's traveling to foreign countries or discovering new coffee shops. Sports are a huge part of my life -- I play volleyball year-round, spend my winters snowboarding, and love watching the Toronto Blue Jays during the summer.

Dewi

Dewi

“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” - Theodore Roosevelt

What attracted you to Qral?

Having worked with some of the people at Qral in the past, I know that I'm going to work together with smart and talented people. Thus, I believe at Qral I will be able to gain valuable knowledge and broaden my expertise while utilizing my skills.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The satisfaction of working together with the clients in helping them make an impact is rewarding. In addition, I can also learn a lot from them and their business.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, traveling, trying new restaurants, and baking cakes and desserts.

Dimitra

Disha

Disha

"No dream is ever chased alone" - Rahul Dravid

What attracted you to Qral?

Opportunity to learn and grow in a collaborative culture and open environment, exploring new dimensions together with multi-talented teammates.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

In attaining our goals, it is a great feeling to help others achieve theirs, that contributes to growing bonds and loyal relationships; and managing more responsible roles.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I just love being lazy apart from spending time with my family and friends traveling and partying.

Elaine

Eric

Eric

"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." - Lou Holtz

What attracted you to Qral?
The people, the projects, the culture. My interviewers, personable yet professional, displayed a genuine passion for the projects they were working on, resounding support for the unconventional structure of the company, and excitement for the relationships built at Qral. It was a no-brainer that this was something I wanted to be a part of.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
Having the opportunity to build strong relationships with client teams, partake in endless learning, sharpen critical/creative thinking skills, and do so with the potential to yield massive impacts on different populations.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Outside of work, I enjoy embracing the emotional rollercoaster of supporting Philadelphia sports teams and following the UFC along with the up-and-coming Premier Lacrosse League. I am an avid snowboarder, frequent hiker, hopeless golfer, and ardent trier of new things.

Firhan

Firhan

“However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at” - Stephen Hawking

What attracted you to Qral?

Before joining Qral, I spent time in academia, research, healthcare consulting, and the pharmaceutical/biotechnology fields. Across the spectrum, I noticed that one defining trait was present in all successful groups: a true team dynamic. In contrast, unsuccessful groups lacked this trait. A true team dynamic is where everyone is ready and willing to help, whether called upon to, or simply raising their hand. The Qral team is comprised of phenomenal professionals from diverse backgrounds, with unparalleled intellect, always eager to share information, and learn from each other. You cannot ask for a better team.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I have a tendency to be goal driven, and as a consequence, I enjoy most when my input helps a client achieve a business or other professional goal. Consulting is an industry built upon sharing knowledge, and importantly I love learning from incredible companies and people, and providing input where I can.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy working out (e.g., biking, hiking, weight training), watching sports (Go Raptors! Go Patriots!), blogging about trends in the healthcare industry, travelling with my wife (Sabiha), and binge watching random shows on Netflix. Frankly, all those pale in the excitement I get when spending time with my infant daughter. She can be opinionated, and most of what she says I can barely understand, but she is pretty awesome.

Francis

Francis

"Food always tastes better when you share it with others."

What attracted you to Qral?

The people. Each and every conversation I had with someone in the interview process was genuine and personable and I am forever grateful for their candor and patience.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I like how every day presents a new opportunity for growth, from learning niche topics in healthcare to honing technical skills.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work I love to watch anything food related on Youtube, visit friends, and travel the world when I can. I enjoy narrative writing, cooking, movies, film photography, and dreaming about owning a samoyed one day.

Gavin

Gavin

What attracted you to Qral?

I was drawn to the team of intelligent and driven individuals. I love learning new things and developing my skills to solve impactful problems. Consultants at Qral care deeply about their work and are continuously improving and pushing themselves to have an impact.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I love the diversity of clients that Qral serves. Client’s are often very sophisticated and on the forefront of new science and technologies in the biotech and pharma industries. Every project is different and requires unique problem solving. Clients are truly passionate about helping people and assisting them with attaining their goals is incredibly fulfilling.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

In my free time I love playing the piano. I have been playing piano since I was eight years old and piano continues to be a lifelong passion of mine. I also love traveling, going to the gym, skiing, hiking and spending time with my friends and family.

Garvit

Garvit

“Work hard, be kind, and amazing things will happen.” – Conan O’Brien

What attracted you to Qral?

Qral is a great place to build upon your existing skill sets, gain experiences in many functional areas, and take on a ton of responsibilities. As the company is growing quickly, so will the opportunities for career advancement..

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I like that I have a great degree of control and freedom within my job. I work full-time on a flexible schedule, and my team trusts me to produce high-quality work and results. I work hard to maintain that level of trust, which keeps me engaged and excited.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love traveling and exploring new places/cuisines with my friends and family, as and when times permits. Sometimes, I like spending time doing Nothing or by watching a web series/movies of any genre.

HH

"A new scientific truth does not triumph by convincing its opponents and making them see the light, but rather because its opponents eventually die, and a new generation grows up that is familiar with it." - Max Planck

What attracted you to Qral?

I liked the people. The team is young, dynamic, growing, and open to change and learning. People are smart and know how to work with each other. There's no bullsh*t.

What do you enjoy about life at Qral?

It's rewarding to create value and help teams grow.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I like to travel and experience new places and things. I like volleyball, dance, reading, and learning new skills. I love animals, music, makeup, and fashion. I like to stay up to date on the newest and greatest technologies and trends.

Irene

Irene

“Life [is] like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” – Forrest Gump

What attracted you to Qral?

I really liked all the people I met throughout the interview process. As I continue to get to know the team, it has become more apparent that everyone here is genuine and motivated to produce meaningful work. There is a lot of opportunity to take ownership of your work and learn from the best.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I love learning and meeting talented individuals from all walks of life. The client work is interesting and impactful. The work enables me to incorporate different perspectives into a broader framework to really understand the problem at hand and how to best approach its solution.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy going to the beach, hiking, skiing, travelling, spending time with friends and family, and reading for my book club. I also like to stay active and try new things.

Jaideep

Jaideep

"A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one" - Viktor Vicsek

What attracted you to Qral?

My foremost reason for joining Qral was the opportunity to try and do something new and exciting in an open and collaborative environment. Having earlier worked with a few people here, I felt comfortable joining the firm.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I love the diversity of business problems in our day-to-day work. No one problem is the same, and we always have to find new ways of solving them. At the end of the day, helping clients achieve their end goals is so rewarding and fulfilling.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I am completely an outdoor person. In my free-time, you would either see me playing different sports or I would be busy planning a trip with my family and friends. Also, I enjoy reading about and understanding different world geographies.

Jack

Jack

“There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.” – Ernest Hemingway

What attracted you to Qral?
At Qral, I knew that I would be able to combine my passion for biotech with my interest in business, while doing truly impactful work. From talking to the people who work here, I also realized that everyone here was genuinely invested in what they were doing, and eager to share their expertise with their colleagues.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
My favorite part of working with clients is knowing that the work we are doing has a positive impact on the lives of patients. I also love the constant exposure to new things, and opportunities to learn new skills.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Outside of work, I love cooking, reading, exercising, and travelling. I also try to play basketball, go waterskiing, and go sailing as much as possible.

Jared

Jared

“It’s easy to be a naïve idealist. It’s easy to be a cynical realist. It’s quite another thing to have no illusions and still hold the inner flame.” – Marie-Louise von Franz

What attracted you to Qral?
I am a big believer in lifelong learning and Qral gives me the opportunity to work on such a diverse group of projects that continuing to grow and learn is a certainty. The team is also incredibly supportive and willing to lend expertise and share knowledge. Overall, Qral provides just a fantastic culture and setting to do work worth doing and develop as a professional. The decision to join the team at Qral was an easy one and it is a choice I am glad I made.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
There is a level of trust that Qral has established over time with our clients that allows us to work, not as simply outside consultants, but instead join with them to form a cohesive team. This relationship creates the opportunity to do creative problem solving, make sound data driven decisions, and ultimately come up with better overall solutions.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Outside of work, I enjoy camping, hiking, and playing soccer. Really anything that gets me outside helps take the stress out of life and brings a lot of joy. Spending quality time with my friends and family no matter what we are doing is time well spent.

Jay

Jay

"You have to dream before your dreams can come true."- A.P.J Abdul Kalam

What attracted you to Qral?

It's the diverse talented team, the opportunity to learn and grow that attracted me to join Qral.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I enjoy problem solving, and consulting is a field where you get to do it on a daily basis. Being able to create a positive impact on our client's business and walk together with them on a path towards success is exciting.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love gardening and spending time out in nature. The feeling of fresh air and earthy smell energizes my soul. I also enjoy cooking - especially with fresh home grown vegetables. I spend a lot of time with my family and friends, watching movies or just chatting.

Joanna

Joanna

"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." - Viktor E. Frankl

What attracted you to Qral?

Qral's diverse range of projects across the healthcare and biopharma space, and the people - intelligent, motivated, and generous.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Being a trusted thought partner to the client to solve problems in the biotech industry.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy staying active through running, biking, skiing, and hiking, as well as experimenting in the kitchen with healthy dessert recipes in hopes of satisfying my sweet tooth.

Joanne

Joanne

"Some things I cannot change, but 'til I try I'll never know" - Wicked the Musical

What attracted you to Qral?

As a recent addition to the team that is also fresh out of graduate school, I was drawn to Qral because I got a very strong sense of community and enthusiasm from everyone I met at Qral. As cliché as it is, I've learned that who you work with matters more than what you work on. But of course the work is very exciting! Qral provides the perfect working environment for me to apply my diverse skill sets and academic background in T cell immunotherapy while also challenging and stimulating me with new things to learn.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

In addition to the variety of tasks and stimulating new things to learn everyday, I like that I am able to build relationships with our clients from the beginning and have ownership over the projects.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

In my free time I enjoy cooking, eating, exploring the (restaurants of the) city with friends, running in Central Park, and whenever I can, to get out of the city and be in nature or travel abroad.

Joe

Joe

“A hero is someone who understands the responsibility that comes with his freedom.” ― Bob Dylan

What attracted you to Qral?

The collaborative culture, the opportunity to learn from an experienced, diverse team, and the ability to grow with the company.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Building trust with our clients by helping them find solutions to their most complicated problems using a data-driven, analytical approach and knowing it will benefit patients in the end.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy traveling, going to concerts and movies, and spending time with friends and family. I also enjoy sports, especially skiing, playing basketball, and supporting the local Boston teams..

Joey

Joey

"It matters not what someone is born, but what they grow to be." - Dumbledore

What attracted you to Qral?
Coming from academia, I wanted to find a job where my work would continue to be meaningful and impactful. Additionally, I wanted to work for a company that fosters a healthy and supportive culture among its employees. With Qral, I have found both.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
The work I do at Qral continuously facilitates personal and professional growth. I also have the privilege to work with clients who are doing impactful and groundbreaking work, assisting them in bringing their product/therapy to market.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Few things bring me as much joy as cooking for family and friends. I normally do the majority of hosting for Thanksgiving and other holidays that involve a great deal of cooking. Also, quiet nights in with a good book or movie are therapy for my soul at times.

John G

John G

"Everything you can imagine is real" - Pablo Picasso

What attracted you to Qral?

I was drawn in by the prospect of creating impactful change with clients. I was looking for a place where I felt my work could make visible and tangible changes, and I feel I have found that in Qral.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I like being able to see my work all the way through. To do technical work behind the scenes, and then be able to clearly convey my team's findings to a client and finally help them implement a plan is an exciting challenge to me that keeps me on my toes and allows me to continuously develop and sharpen different skill sets.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy traveling, especially to cities that I have never visited before. I also enjoy sports and cheering on both my hometown Minnesota sports teams as well as Notre Dame football. Other interests of mine include playing basketball, hiking, running and boating.

Johnny

Johnny

"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." - John A. Shedd

What attracted you to Qral?

The people genuinely care about your personal life and professional growth. On top of that, the amount of flexibility and ownership Qral provides allows me to really enjoy the experience while having the freedom to explore new ideas.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The diversity of projects keeps me constantly learning and on my toes. Working with clients allows me to see the bigger picture, leading to better services, solutions, and learning opportunities.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

In my free time, I enjoy singing, lifting weights, cooking, painting, and watching Philadelphia sports teams. I also really enjoy exploring and discovering new cuisines

Jose

Jose

"You don't learn to walk by following rules. You learn by doing, and by falling over." Richard Branson

What attracted you to Qral?

Its people, an innovative environment and the Qral approach: combine smart use of technology with business experience to provide cost-efficient solutions to our clients.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I have always loved using technology to make people's lives easier. I enjoy solving challenges faced by our clients through the use of latest tools and technologies.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

When not working, I enjoy listening and playing music, biking, traveling with my family, as well as experiencing new food and wine.

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Julia

Julia

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” - Aristotle

What attracted you to Qral?

I love the openness, energy and the flexibility of the Qral environment. We are given the opportunity to engage in diverse project and encouraged to utilize and create innovative tools and solutions.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The work we do is fascinating and I can see that it really makes a difference, which is incredibly rewarding. It’s great that we are able to form meaningful relationships with our clients and work closely alongside with them as they grow and transform.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

You will typically find me spending time with friends and family, whether it is traveling to new countries or exploring new local spots. I love animals, volunteering with shelters and fostering rescue animals.

Kavita

Kavita

“What does not kill me, makes me stronger” - Nietzsche

What attracted you to Qral?
Having worked in a similar industry previously, I knew that I wanted to continue in the same domain, but hoped for a few changes in terms of work culture. That’s where Qral seemed to not just fit but exceed my expectations. The flexibility in terms of work management and options to grow and explore fields, flat hierarchy and the helpful nature of people have been a few stars that shine brightest when it comes to Qral.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
What I love most about my work is the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most brilliant and down to earth people I have ever known. Even the most difficult task becomes an enriching experience due to the cordial camaraderie. As far as the client experience is concerned, in my time so far I have seen and built the as ideal as client relationships can get. What is unique about the client relationship here is that the flexibility to be as innovative as possible and clients being so appreciative and encouraging of the new ideas – this motivates a lot of creativity and learning

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Beyond work, I continue with my on-again-off-again fitness regime while trying to balance it with my eternal love for cooking as many cuisines as possible from around the world :). I am an addicted binge watcher and really enjoy watching a handful of TV shows and movies. Apart from that, I have been trying to drive to nearby getaways every now and then, and have also been nurturing my new found curiosity for the stock market.

Kyung

Kyung

“It is better to fail aiming high than to succeed aiming low.” – Bill Nicholson

What attracted you to Qral?
The team and the culture. The company is full of smart and diverse group of people that I can work with/learn from. As a result, there is always a collaborative, hard-working, and positive environment.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
I love being able to build relationships with different clients and working together to solve meaningful problems. The learning opportunities are endless.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
I love playing and watching sports, mainly golf, soccer, football, and basketball. I travel whenever I can, both solo and with friends. I also enjoy cooking Korean food and playing my electric guitar.

Lauren

Lauren

"Here we go mistaking clouds for mountains." - Andrew Bird

What attracted you to Qral?

Qral's talented and happy team paired with its drive to do something meaningful is a pretty special combination.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

It's exciting to be working with clients who are developing cutting edge technologies that can deeply and positively affect peoples' lives.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Sailing, playing football and napping!

Lavanya

Lavanya

“Focus on being productive instead of busy.”

What attracted you to Qral?
I have always wanted to work in a small collaborative environment which provides an immense amount of learning opportunities. After learning about the work culture in Qral which is very flexible, diverse, and innovative, I immediately felt Qral might the company I want to retire from.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
As I have started my career with data analytics for pharma domain, I have gained good knowledge on Pharma data. At Qral, I can use my expertise to solve unstructured problems and has the flexibility to be innovative. Working with such helpful clients and providing them with unique solutions is very much fulfilling.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
In my free time, I love spending it with Family – going on short tours and have unlimited fun. Apart from that, I enjoy movies, partying with friends and go on adventurous trips .

Maria

Maria

“I try not to have a style, although I have one! That’s why collaboration is important.” - Sara De Bondt

What attracted you to Qral?

Qral attracted me because I saw the opportunity to grow and learn from a new field of work where I could be challenged to create impactful and functional designs.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Working with clients for me is the best opportunity to expand my knowledge, every client brings a different goal to achieve, through them is that I feel I can grow and gain more experience.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work I love cooking (I’m always happy to spend time learning and creating new recipes), traveling to new places, and spending time with my family and friends.

Michael

Michael

"The thing I like most about flying in space is not the view. The thing I like about it is doing something I feel very, very strongly about." - Scott Kelly

What attracted you to Qral?

I get to work with a dynamic team of talented, passionate individuals who want to make a difference. At Qral I can do a job I love with coworkers who make it even better.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I love working in an industry that is dynamic, challenging, and helps to improve the lives of people all over the world. Building relationships with clients and helping them achieve their goals is particularly rewarding as we succeed together.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work I try to get outdoors as much as I can. I love going kayaking, disc golfing, hiking, and skiing depending on the season. Otherwise you can find me trying out some of Philadelphia's fantastic restaurants, visiting one of the many art museums, or home-brewing a batch of beer.

Miguel

Nancy

Nancy

What attracted you to Qral?

The people. Everyone I have met so far has been so friendly and helpful.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Having a variety of projects and clients allows me to learn a lot of things quickly.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I have an eight-pound Chiweenie named Rocky that keeps me quite busy. Outside of that, I enjoy baking, board games, hiking, traveling, group fitness classes, and comparing movies and tv shows to the books that they were based on.

Natalie

Natalie

“Love the life you live. Live the life you love.”

What attracted you to Qral?

I liked that the team has both young and experienced people. Everyone is very supportive of each other, whether it's for a project or your professional growth.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The diversity of the work we do allows me to constantly learn new things. At the same time, we work closely with clients and are able to go very in depth into each project.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love to travel and enjoy new experiences, especially cuisines. Even when I'm not traveling, I am always on the lookout for good food and the best restaurants in the city and nearby.

Nathan

Nathan

“No work is insignificant. All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

What attracted you to Qral?

I was very excited to come work with a great group of colleagues to offer excellent service and solutions to our clients, while also helping Qral grow and meet our goals.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I am motivated by problem solving, continual learning, and collaborating with others. Working with clients is a great way to grow in all of these areas, especially in building strong relationships and solving important business problems.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love spending time with my family and friends, especially enjoying the outdoors, visiting our favorite restaurants and taking in sporting events.

Neena

Neena

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever have."

What attracted you to Qral?

The collaborative culture with no egos is set from the top, and it was clear this was a place I could learn and grow. I was attracted to the startup culture and the opportunity to make an immediate impact while expanding my skillset. I also liked the emphasis on rare disease and specialty pharma - the science is interesting, the problems are complex, and the therapies make a major impact on patients’ lives.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love international travel, good food, and great wine. I enjoy hosting parties for family and friends, taking workout classes, and trying new recipes. I also love to read or listen to audiobooks.

Nishi

Nishi

"Gratitude turns what we have into enough."

What attracted you to Qral?

Opportunity to work with like-minded people where I can learn as well as contribute. The flexibility to grow both personally and professionally attracted me towards Qral.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Working in pharmaceutical domain instills a huge sense of satisfaction in me. The great minds we work with, the clients we work for and the diverse work we do, opens us to the world!

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Other than work, I like to spend my time with family and friends. Be it dine out or a brisk walk, it tends to freshens up the mind. It is always great to know how differently people's mind and thoughts work. I am also a yoga enthusiast and don't mind flexing few muscles during my leisure time.

Pratyk

Pratyk

“If the king doesn’t move, then his subjects won’t follow.” ― Lelouch Vi Britannia, Code Geass

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work on both business and technical aspects of client projects.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I enjoy shaping business requirements to proper design which guides subsequent implementation to produce the best solutions possible.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

When I am not working, I enjoy watching anime, reading about "Indian History & Architecture" and contributing the same to Wikipedia. I am a big time foodie and an avid traveller.

Priyanka

Priyanka

“Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right!” – Henry Ford

What attracted you to Qral?
I was drawn towards the open and collaborative environment, motivated people as well as the vision of what the company aspires to become where I can learn and grow significantly without any pre-defined career path.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
I like how every day presents a new opportunity for growth, working on multiple business problems and trying to learn something new and in the process building strong client relationships.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Outside work, I love spending time in my kitchen and experimenting with different cuisines. I like trying new food outlets whenever I can and love exploring new destinations with family and friends.

Rahul G

Rahul G

"TEAM is Together Everyone Achieves More"

What attracted you to Qral?

Through various discussion with friends working at Qral, I came to know Qral working culture which I though suits me. Oral follows flexible, supportive and collaborative working culture. Belief here is to play to the Strengths of Individual Team Members and give them opportunity to explore through multiple avenues. Focus on design and following a technology-agnostic approach to solve business problems. Team uses innovative methods while working on unstructured problems.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Working with smart individuals who always brings new ideas to the table and ready to give more than 100%. Continuous learning is key aspect of working at Qral. Working with client team is fun. Through successful deliveries of complex projects, Qral team members have established strong bond and trust with clients.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Beyond work, I love to explore new places. Enjoy playing supportive role in kitchen while my better half leading from the front. I don't have to carve out dedicated time to watch, read, discuss about Cricket, it's always there.

Rahul K

Rahul K

"The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing" - Walt Disney

What attracted you to Qral?

Working in a small collaborative environment provides an immense amount of learning opportunities which can further lead to great scope of experience and responsibility.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

It creates an environment where we have to adapt constantly to new features, products, and customers. Working with clients gives a new playground for learning where I can utilize my skills and knowledge and provide enormous growth in client's business.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love spending time with family, friends and also watching web series or movies of any genre. I want to visit some new places, so I will start my travel interest soon.

Ricardo

Ricardo

“If you want to be happy, do not dwell in the past, do not worry about the future, focus on living fully in the present.”

What attracted you to Qral?

At Qral, I work with a small team of bright individuals who are solving challenging issues in the life sciences field. My background is in public health, so having the opportunity to share my expertise at Qral while learning from my colleagues with diverse backgrounds was what attracted me the most. I was also drawn by Qral’s values and the focus on tight-knit relationship building among the team and with clients.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Working with clients is both personally and professionally rewarding. Since every client and every project has its own unique needs and challenges, this work allows me to learn a new topic, skill, or lesson from each client and project. I truly enjoy meeting new clients, learning more about them and the work they do, and developing solutions that have a meaningful impact.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my two Pomeranian dogs, LoLa and Rocco, going on nature walks, and traveling to new places. I am also from Chicago, so I love visiting new restaurants in the city, exploring the different neighborhoods, and seeing some of the main tourist attractions.

Richa

Richa

“The bird is powered by its own life and by its motivation.”- A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

What attracted you to Qral?

The open and collaborative culture along with the opportunity to work with such experienced people in the consulting industry and learn from them..

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Understanding the client’s business needs, exploring new tools and technologies and building innovative solutions is something that I love about my work. It enhances my technical skills and helps me build strong client relationships.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work, I like to spend my time with friends and family. I enjoy dancing, reading, traveling to new places and learning about their culture.

Riya

Riya

“If your dreams don’t scare you, they aren't big enough.” - Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

What attracted you to Qral?

The people. The more I interacted with the teammates, the more I wished to be a part of the team. I found the opportunity to work with a small but highly experienced team and to grow together with the team exciting.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Working in a collaborative and open environment, the tremendous opportunities to learn and grow, and most of all building strong relationships with our clients.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, meeting new people. I also love to dance, read and volunteer with NGOs which aim to spread literacy and the importance of education for children and adults.

Ryan B

Ryan B

“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” – Oscar Wilde

What attracted you to Qral?

I was excited about the opportunity to work with such a talented group of teammates and create new approaches and solutions to solve our clients’ challenges.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I enjoy that clients engage us to solve some of their most challenging problems. Clients recognize that we are able to engage in a different way – they view our experienced consultants as extensions of their team and trusted advisors.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love spending time at home with my family, cooking and trying to make my daughter laugh. I also try to get out and enjoy everything that Chicago has to offer – trying new restaurants, catching a baseball game, and hanging out on the lake in the summer.

Sabhya

Sabhya

"The goal is to die with memories, not dreams."

What attracted you to Qral?

I was drawn towards the fact that Qral is a young and dynamic company and hence could provide me the opportunity to work on a variety of healthcare business problems and help me expand my business as well as domain knowledge.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Creating strong and lasting relationships with clients and team members, many of whom are industry leaders. It is incredibly satisfying to help clients overcome diverse challenges using innovative and out-of-the box ideas.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

In my free time, I like to relax and play with my cats. If I am going out, I am always on the lookout to try a new restaurant, any new event the city has to offer be it cultural or food festival, any new movie to catch or even Sufi music nights in Delhi.

Saloni

Saloni

“Why does it always have to be about the destination? Why can’t it be about the journey?” – Shonda Rhimes from Grey’s Anatomy

What attracted you to Qral?

The culture, the people and the opportunity to work in a close-knit dynamic team to solve problems innovatively. I love being a part of building something and being a part of its growth from the very beginning.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The freedom to come up with creative solutions to challenging problems and helping our clients grow their business. I also enjoy learning new things on a day-to-day basis at Qral.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I am passionate about art and craft and keep experimenting. I also enjoy playing board games and badminton, watching television series and trying new restaurants. Whenever I can, I try my luck on baking.

Schafer

Schafer

“We study history not to know the future but to widen our horizons, to understand that our present situation is neither natural nor inevitable, and that we consequently have many more possibilities before us than we imagine.” -Yuval Noah Harari

What attracted you to Qral?

I was attracted to Qral Group for a few reasons. The first reason is the nature of the work. I went to business school so that I could transition from my military career into a career in the Life Sciences industry, and consulting for emerging biotech companies was the perfect fit. The second reason is the people. I connected with Adam, Gigi, Steph, and Shannon, during the interview process, and felt confident after my conversations with them that Qral Group was where I wanted to work.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

During my time in the military I learned that I love working and collaborating with small teams, especially when they’re comprised of individuals from diverse backgrounds. I love the process of learning about others and working together to figure out how to collectively confront challenges. I was able to experience a lot of that during my time in the Navy, and I look forward to similar problem-solving challenges here at Qral!

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Beyond work, I spend my time surfing, hiking, and listening to music. I often will travel with friends to my favorite concert venues around the country, but I also went to music school for two years to study classical music theory and composition, so I spend a lot of time reading and writing music at home as well.

Shashank

Shashank

"If you take care of the small things, the big things take care of themselves. You can gain more control over your life by paying closer attention to the little things." - Emily Dickinson

What attracted you to Qral?
It is irresistible when you see an opportunity to grow beyond your envisioned career path and what's more exhilarating is to work with like minded people who want to touch lives by driving real actionable results. I feel Qral is all about that.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
The best part of my work, working with clients is that we are actually their creative extended arm. It feels really good to know that you are valued partners driving constant impact and not just a support team with expertise in the designing field.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
My life beyond work is mostly football. I believe it is certainly more than just a game as it instills values in a person which helps to succeed in real life. I also love travelling to new places to know different cultures and the people associated with them.

Shirley

Shirley

"All I know is that I know nothing." - Socrates

What attracted you to Qral?

Chih-Kao and his vision for Qral. It resonated with me because I've seen him lead successfully under these basic principles over the five years (at the time) that I had worked with him. A genuine collaborative spirit, more focused on helping clients out than making another dollar, all the while pushing ourselves to be better than we are today, to reach for that next level of thinking. I've seen him succeed with clients where others have failed. I've seen my own and others' growth under his guidance. It doesn't mean it's easy, but I know there are new levels of professional achievements to be attained for colleagues and clients alike.

What do you enjoy about life at Qral?

I love learning, whether it's healthcare knowledge, technical skills, or a new way of thinking. Qral supports me in that learning process, while sharing my past experiences and creating new experiences with my clients.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Traveling when I can, dancing when I can't. Filling my senses with the arts: art, design, fashion, music, to complement the thinking side of my brain I mostly use at work.

Shreevats

Shreevats

“I start early and I stay late, day after day, year after year. It took me 17 years and 114 days to become an overnight success” – Lionel Messi

What attracted you to Qral?

I was drawn towards Qral’s unique culture, which is open, collaborative, and entrepreneurial. I was equally excited to work with a diverse, smart, and intellectually curious group of peers, many of whom are industry leaders.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

That it allows for, and often demands, creativity in solving challenging problems. And, in the process, enables me to forge lasting relationships with clients and achieve shared success..

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work, I enjoy travelling and am always on the lookout for visiting unexplored places. When not on the road, I can be spotted reading a book, spending time with friends and family or following the adventures of Indian Cricket Team.

ShriKisna

ShriKisna

“If you are alone & getting bored, then you are obviously in bad company” – Sadhguru (Jaggi Vasudev)

What attracted you to Qral?
My vision statement to work with a cross-functional team to create beautiful solutions for complex problems resonated with the company's approach of not trying to develop all expertise in-house for solving client problems, instead curate & act as the coordinating link for, a strong network of partnerships with proven & growing subject matter expert groups. I also really liked the flexible work environment and the no-hierarchy model which results in individual accountability & intellectual growth.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
I love how I am always on my toes to learn more to support the diverse amount of work that we do with our clients. Also, it feels great to see how the work we do for life science companies make them function more efficiently hence having a direct real-life impact on improving the quality of so many lives.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
I love spending time with my pug, playing music, cooking for the family, and do some form of meditation or exercise. Outside of the house, I like exploring new places, new foods & going on peaceful long drives.

Shubham

Shubham

“Whatever you are, be a good one.” - Abraham Lincoln

What attracted you to Qral?

I always like to explore and learn new tools and technologies to enhance my skills. Qral provides me the platform where I can achieve my goal, working along with such experienced people in the consulting industry.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Working in an open environment, provides me good opportunities to learn and grow, and being able to provide innovative solutions helps me build strong client relationships.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love to play cricket, read, travel and explore new places, and sometimes I enjoy cooking too. I like to spend quality time with friends and family.

Shubham J

Shubham J

"Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people's thinking." - Steve Jobs

What attracted you to Qral?
The best thing which attracted me the most is that the Qral have an open, collaborative and flexible work environment where there are no segregation of senior or junior and everybody is at same level and thus in turn one feels confident and can then yield best out of himself/herself.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?
Best part which keeps me encouraged, engaging and excited is that the work we do helps the client in making most out of the resources at their disposal and helping them in creating bigger impact of the products and services they offer. Also, I love that I have a great degree of control and freedom within my job. I work on a flexible schedule, both in and out-of-office but at the same time, I love that my job enables me to love and enjoy my other passions in life too.

How do you spend your life beyond work?
Apart from work, I love cricket and indulge in it as in I get time, do a bit of gardening whenever time permits and as I live in a joint family I always look forward to spend quality time with all of them.

Sinclair

Sinclair

“What is wanted is not the will to believe, but the will to find out, which is the exact opposite.” - Bertrand Russell

What attracted you to Qral?

The collaborative culture and flexibility in how we get our work done. The mindset of not just delivering on our clients’ asks but making sure that we’re enjoying the experience and have enough freedom to do things the way that work well for our team as well.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Being able to deliver on a challenging task and really help out our clients is an immensely satisfying experience. It brings out the best in myself as well as everyone on the team.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

When I’ve got the vacation days available, I love traveling overseas with my wife. I also try to hit up the bouldering gym as often as I can, enjoy playing piano, and avidly read books.

Smriti

Smriti

"As Within, So Without, As above, So below." – The Emerald Tablet

What attracted you to Qral?

The overlap of core values i.e. curiosity, grit and heart along with the flexible and engaging work opportunities.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy reading, writing, sketching, hiking, traveling and contributing towards social causes.

Sudhanshu

Sudhanshu

"Do things that inspire people to grow more." - mine :)

What attracted you to Qral?

The flexibility of work, open culture, and its people.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I believe my work with Qral will touch the life of the clients that I work with.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy traveling to different places, make new friends and spending time with my parents.

Sumit

Sumit

“Don’t Stop when you’re tired. Stop when you’re done!”

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work in a place with open culture and the zeal of trying & learning new things. The ability to work closely with like-minded people with common goal to tackle new challenges every day.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I enjoy solving unstructured problems, exploring new technologies, designing & implementing business solutions. Its rewarding to see a tangible impact on the clients.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work, I like listening to music, writing poetries & binge watching.

Swati

Swati

"Believe you can and you are half way through" - Theodore Roosevelt

What attracted you to Qral?

Opportunity to work with a team of smart and dynamic people where I can learn, grow and contribute. Unique collaborative culture and the diverse nature of projects to work on is something that attracted me towards Qral.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I enjoy working closely with the clients on their challenging business problems and provide innovative solutions to help their business grow. This helps to build strong relationships with our clients and we are valued as trusted partners.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Beyond work, I enjoy traveling to new places, cooking, singing (esp. Bollywood), and spending time with my little one, family and friends.

Tadrish

Tadrish

“One must be a sea, to receive a polluted stream without becoming impure.” ― Friedrich Nietzsche

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work in an emerging company surrounded by smart people and opportunity to take ownership spoke to me.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

For me it is mostly about getting to know other perspectives and approaches at problem comprehension and solution.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I love to travel and explore new places, test drive the latest cars and binge youtube tutorials about things I probably won't end up doing.

Tanya

Tanya

“The only constant in life is change” – Heraclitus

What attracted you to Qral?

At Qral, a person is treated as an individual, not as a function. Additionally, I love the depth and breadth of knowledge of my Qral coworkers. Last but not least, I am excited to work for a company which focuses on emerging medical treatments that impact people's lives.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I enjoy that moment when a client's trust has grown to the point where we transition from "vendor" to "trusted partner".

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work you can find me with my family. My hobbies include cycling, hiking, beach activities, and Latin dance. My current obsession is my e-bike.

Tarandeep

Tarandeep

"It always seems impossible until it's done"

What attracted you to Qral?

My past experience in healthcare attracted me towards solving analytical problems in Qral.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Being responsible for end-to-end solution as an independent entity as well as team player.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I pursue fitness, theater, poetry and traveling outside my work environment..

Tess

Tess

“This above all: to thine own self be true” ~ Shakespeare

What attracted you to Qral?

The team at Qral is genuinely passionate about their work. In addition, Qral allows the employees room to learn and grow.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

It is rewarding to create tangible results for my clients and to have the impact of my work reach outside the scope of my own company.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work I enjoy staying active including synchronized swimming, aerial arts, scuba diving and yoga. I also enjoy spending time with my family.

Thomas

Thomas

“Action expresses priorities.” - Mahatma Gandhi

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to solve challenging problems in a cutting edge industry alongside a diverse and talented set of individuals.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I find it deeply rewarding to help others achieve their goals. To do so with a team of talented individuals literally across the globe while learning new things every day is icing on the cake.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

In my free time, I enjoy riding my bike with my three-year-old daughter (she rides shotgun), snowboarding with my friends, and watching food-related content with my wife.

Tom

Tom

“The man who views the world at 50 the same as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life.” - Muhammed Ali

What attracted you to Qral?

I joined Qral for many reasons, but most importantly because of the immense learning opportunities here. Not only from learning and applying cutting edge tools to solve complex client problems, but also through the intelligent, interesting, and diverse team I came to know through many interactions before joining.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Working with clients provides a wide variety of challenges in a rapidly changing environment. It is incredibly rewarding to help clients overcome these diverse challenges by continuously adapting and applying new skills.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I try to spend my free time travelling and exploring the outdoors. During the warmer months I like to go for hikes or travel to one of the many of the nearby beaches or lakes. Once the snow starts falling, it’s ski season! Besides that, I like going to concerts, playing all types sports and games, and spending time with my friends and family.

Umesh

Umesh

“The gratification of desires is not happiness. Genuine happiness can only be achieved when we focus on 'being more' rather than simply having more.” - Daisaku Ikeda

What attracted you to Qral?

The open, flexible and collaborative culture along with the opportunity to work with some of the finest minds in consulting industry is something I couldn’t possibly resist.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

The fact that we are not restricted to a segment of clients' business when offering our services. Not just doing what we already know but being audacious enough to venture into newer areas backed up by the belief in our ability to learn on the job and deliver.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy traveling, table tennis, and hockey, and am also big time into eSports. I was once part of one of Asia’s biggest eSports team and continue to spend time in improving level of professional gaming in India. I have been involved in initiatives to improve cancer awareness in India and have played a role in designing multiple awareness campaigns.

Vasilis

Vasilis

“Don’t try to solve serious matters in the middle of the night” – Philip K. Dick

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work in a nimble, dynamic, and challenging environment drew me in. Coming from a research background, the collaborative nature of Qral has been a perfect fit.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Creating strong relationships with clients and co-workers has given deep meaning to my work. It is rewarding to use new technologies and develop creative solutions when addressing a problem.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work I am an avid cook (currently learning to master the grill), and enjoy running, rock climbing, and powerlifting.

Vasu

Vasu

"There are no accidents” – Master Oogway from the movie Kung Fu Panda

What attracted you to Qral?

The people. Having earlier worked with many people here, I knew I would be coming to a culture of openness and collaboration – with both the colleagues and the clients.

What do you enjoy about life at Qral?

The desire of the team to help the client as best as possible with a sense of innovation to always bring something new to the table.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I enjoy traveling and trekking. Other things I try to spend time on range from long distance running and swimming to reading and watching movies.

Vinay

Vinay

“We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.” – Albert Einstein

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work closely with best and already experienced minds in the pharma space in a start-up like environment. This combination makes a perfect recipe for fast paced learning and fun.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Working with clients who understand and have a hold on the pulse of the industry helps put things in perspective. I also appreciate working with an experienced and humble team, always ready to help and contribute.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I like to spend my time playing outdoor sports. I am passionate about swimming and cricket. Any bit of more time and I will pick up a good book to read.

Vinay C

Vinay C

“Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.”

What attracted you to Qral?
Qral provides a collaborative, friendly, and casual work environment. At the same time, everyone is highly focused on productivity and high performance levels of work. The opportunity of working with like-minded people and also learn exponentially attracted me towards Qral.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I enjoy that feeling of accomplishment when we are up against a deadline, and we only have one shot to get it right, and sometimes it turns out better than we could have imagined. And that always changing and evolving business needs excites me where we get front row seats watching the entire journey of a simple idea grow into a global business - that entails endless solution discussions, brainstorming sessions, and troubleshooting/issues reporting meetings. I enjoy and learn from every bit of being responsible for end-to-end solution as an independent entity as well as team player.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Traveling, Cycling, and Playing Volleyball.

Yashaswi

Yashaswi

"Do not go gentle into that good night; Rage, rage against the dying of the light. - Dylan Thomas

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to work in an up-and-coming firm and to be a part of its journey to the zenith!

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

Being exposed to a variety of practice areas and collaborating with people around the globe to solve problems and making an impact.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

I like to venture into the unknown - which could range from curling up and watching a movie, to picking up my backpack and traveling to unexplored places.

Zoe

Zoe

"If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door." - Milton Bearle

What attracted you to Qral?

The opportunity to join a collegial team and make an impact right away.

What do you like about your work, working with clients?

I enjoy the diversity of work as a consultant and the ability to meet all different types of people. It really opens up your world and allows you to learn.

How do you spend your life beyond work?

Outside of work I devote most of my time to building community- hosting neighborhood parties, volunteering, and trying to find thoughtful ways to care for others. When I’m attending to “self-care” you can find me doing outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, or enjoying a sunny day on the beach with my family.

Credits

Photo by Neo_II, flickr