Our Team: The Driving Force Behind Ardent
At Ardent Clinical Research Services, our greatest strength lies in our people—a team of highly qualified, experienced, and dedicated professionals who bring deep domain expertise and unwavering commitment to every project we undertake. With specialists in clinical operations, data management, quality assurance, and project management, our team is well-equipped to handle the demands of global clinical research with precision, efficiency, and integrity.
Meet Our Core Team
Meet Our Team
At Ardent Clinical Research Services, our strength lies in our highly qualified and experienced team of professionals who bring together a wealth of knowledge across all facets of clinical research.
Our team is composed of clinical research experts, medical professionals, regulatory specialists, data managers, and project leaders, each dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality, ethics, and compliance. With strong academic backgrounds and real-time industry experience, they are equipped to handle the complexities of clinical trials with precision and efficiency.
What sets our team apart is their collaborative approach, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to scientific excellence and client satisfaction. From study design to execution, monitoring to data analysis, our team ensures that every project is conducted with accuracy, transparency, and integrity.
Together, we drive innovation, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver successful outcomes for our clients — making Ardent a trusted partner in clinical research.
A visionary leader with over a two decades of clinical research experience, driving the company's strategic and operational excellence.
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Mr. Chandu Devanpally
Founder & CEO, Operations Head — MSc Biochemistry | PGDCRExpert in managing clinical trial data systems and coordinating multi-functional trial activities with efficiency.
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Ms. Swati Kurandale
Head, Data Management and Operations — M. Pharmacy | PGDCROversees quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance and regulatory alignment across all trials.
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Ms. Pratiksha Magdum
QA Associate & Auditor — MSc Medical Information ManagementSkilled for end-to-end oversight of clinical trials, ensuring studies are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with regulatory standards.
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Mrs. Rahel Shelke
Project Manager — MSc Microbiology | PDGCRPlays a key role in Project Management planning, executing, and monitoring clinical trials. Skilled in managing trial timelines, resources, and sponsor communications across therapeutic areas.
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Ms. Simran Belekar
Project Manager — MSc Microbiology | PDGCRResponsible for designing statistical analysis plans and ensuring robust methodology in clinical trials. Skilled in data interpretation, statistical modelling, and validating study results to support regulatory submissions.
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Ms. Priti Navi
Bio-statistician — MSc Bio StatisticsMs. Pallavi, our in-house Interactive Web Response System (IWRS) expert, who brings extensive experience in managing complex clinical trial operations with precision and efficiency.
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Ms. Pallavi
Developer — MCAMs. Pooja Patil plays a critical role in developing and validating eCRFs that ensure accuracy, compliance, and seamless data flow throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.
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Ms. Pooja Patil
Lead Developer — MCAMs. Tanuja, our dedicated Sr. Data Manager and Analyst, who plays a vital role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and usability of clinical trial data at Ardent Clinical Research Services.
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Ms. Tanuja
Sr. Data Manager and Analyst — M PharmacyThis multi-disciplinary team forms the backbone of Ardent’s success—ensuring that each study is conducted with the highest standards of quality, ethics, and scientific integrity. With decades of collective experience, our team continues to drive innovation, client satisfaction, and regulatory excellence across all clinical research initiatives.
Our Working Principles
At Ardent Clinical Research Services, our work is grounded in a set of core principles built around ethics, quality, and the well-being of patients and clinical trial subjects.
Our Foundation
These foundational values guide every aspect of our operations and have helped us earn a reputation for reliability, client-centricity, and flexibility in the clinical research industry.
We are recognized for our fully integrated service offerings, extensive research experience, and a highly committed team that drives excellence across every project.
For Our Customers
To meet the present and future needs of our clients through a combination of expert talent, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and cutting-edge technology.
To build flexible and collaborative partnerships that emphasize quality, affordable innovation, and high productivity.
For Our Stakeholders
To uphold the highest ethical standards, prioritizing patient safety, physician collaboration, and provider professionalism.
To offer our employees a safe, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment that encourages the development of scientific, managerial, and leadership competencies.
Our Commitment
These guiding principles form the backbone of our operations and ensure that we continue to deliver value to our clients, stakeholders, and the broader healthcare ecosystem with integrity and impact.