Dr Harini Rajagopalan
Gurgaon
Summary
Project Scientist at Indian Council of Medical Research with expertise in public health structuring, health policy development, and health financing. Spearheaded nationwide pandemic preparedness initiatives and authored impactful health proposals. Proficient in statistical analysis using R, transforming complex data into actionable insights for health system enhancements. Holds master's degrees in Public Health and healthcare management, demonstrating strong collaboration, multitasking, and project delivery skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Scientist
Indian Council of Medical Research
03.2023 - Current
- Contributed to PM-ABHIM project focused on pandemic preparedness and health system research.
- Prepared comprehensive materials on elderly healthcare in India and internationally.
- Developed proposals to address urgent funding needs for critical projects.
- Participated in NCDC meeting to explore collaborative efforts on pandemic response initiatives.
- Reviewed ICMR grant proposals for funding consistency and formulated corresponding budgets.
- Drafted capacity-building proposal for nationwide pandemic preparedness, currently under implementation.
- Authored NCD proposal for Northeastern states with an active budget allocation.
- Analyzed experimental data using statistical software to identify key trends.
Public Health Intern
Kerala Institute of Local Administration
Thrissur
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepared concept notes for state and district workshops on 'One Health' program.
- Conducted training workshops for stakeholders at state, district, and panchayat levels.
- Analyzed training needs data with R software to identify critical gaps.
- Created community materials focused on disease prevention strategies.
- Participated in workshops targeting extreme poverty eradication and women's empowerment.
- Provided technical support for maintaining secure and updated databases.
- Assisted in data collection, entry, and analysis for epidemiological studies.
Field Worker/RA
Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute
Thrissur
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Conducted research on Rotasil Vaccine Study funded by WHO in conjunction with CMC Vellore.
- Authored literature review on rotavirus preventive vaccines and rare side effects, published in IJISRT.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve study outcomes and ensure data integrity.
Dentist
Metro Dental Care and Cosmetic Clinic
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all procedures.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments to assess treatment and surgical outcomes.
- Maintained precise electronic health records of patient visits.
- Participated in seminars and conferences to stay current with dental advancements.
Lecturer
Sri Sankara Dental College Varkala, Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Created PowerPoint presentations to support learning objectives effectively.
- Coordinated oral health camps in local schools to promote awareness.
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences through visual aids and interactive sessions.
Dental Intern
PGIMS, Rohtak
Rohtak
10.2013 - 01.2014
- Executed diverse dental procedures, including radiographic examinations, local anesthesia, fillings, and extractions.
- Performed root canals and provided comprehensive postoperative care.
- Engaged in continuing education courses to remain current on evolving dental practices.
Education
Professional Certificate Program - Healthcare Management And AI Applications
Indian Institute of Management
Kozhikode03-2026
NIeCer 102: Ethics Review of Health Research - Bioethics
NIE-ICMR-WHO
Online05-2025
Masters in Public Health - Public Health
Achutha Menon Centre For Health Sciences And Studies, SCTIMST
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala09-2022
BDS - Dental Sciences
Post Graduation Institution of Medical Science
Rohtak10-2014
12th Class - Science
DAVPS
New Delhi06-2009
Skills
- Stakeholder engagement
- Grant proposal writing
- Project management expertise
- Health policy analysis
- Health financing economics
- Bioinformatics and digital health
- Data interpretation
- Effective communication skills
- Statistical tools proficiency
- Training program development
- Research design methodologies
- Qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Scientific writing compliance
- Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
- Document preparation efficiency
- Statistical analysis with SPSS and R
- Multilingual capabilities
Accomplishments
- White belt Six Sigma, GIbxKoCxDG
- Project Management during Emergencies by UNEP
- Conducted One Health workshops in 4 Pamba basin districts- Idukki, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta
- 1st year under graduation- represented college in All India Physiology Quiz Competition, KGMC, Lucknow
- 2nd Prize in slogan writing Competition on AIDS Day
Hobbies and Interests
- Dance, music, arts, travel
Languages
- English, Hindi, Tamil, Haryanvi, Malayalam, Punjabi
Databases
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SPSS, R
Affiliations
- Holds a PGDM in HR
- Attended a course on 'Implementation Research' conducted by Emory University in collaboration with CCDC
- Publications in different international journals:
1. Rotavirus, preventive vaccines, and a rare side effect, published in IJISRT, https://ijisrt.com/rotaviruspreventive-vaccines-and-a-rareside-effect - 2020
2. Variability in health impact: Examining lifestyle and dietary habits across different stages of adolescence: A comprehensive literature review- 2023
3. The Role of Physiotherapy in Managing Chronic Respiratory Conditions: A Comprehensive Review - 2024
4. Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Programs: A Comprehensive Review of Interventions Policies and Community Impact - 2024
5. Impact of work and working conditions on Low Back Pain among fisher women: A cross sectional study in Trivandrum- 2024
- White belt Six Sigma, certificate number: GIbxKoCxDG
- Project management during emergencies by UNEP
- Conducted One Health workshops in four Pamba basin districts: Idukki, Kottayam, Alappuzha, and Pathanamthitta;
- 1st year undergraduate: represented college in the All India Physiology Quiz Competition, KGMC, Lucknow;
- 2nd prize in the slogan writing competition on AIDS Day
Timeline
Project Scientist
Indian Council of Medical Research
03.2023 - Current
Public Health Intern
Kerala Institute of Local Administration
07.2022 - 10.2022
Field Worker/RA
Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute
06.2020 - 09.2020
Dentist
Metro Dental Care and Cosmetic Clinic
07.2017 - 01.2020
Lecturer
Sri Sankara Dental College Varkala, Kerala
02.2017 - 06.2017
Dental Intern
PGIMS, Rohtak
10.2013 - 01.2014
Professional Certificate Program - Healthcare Management And AI Applications
Indian Institute of Management
NIeCer 102: Ethics Review of Health Research - Bioethics
NIE-ICMR-WHO
Masters in Public Health - Public Health
Achutha Menon Centre For Health Sciences And Studies, SCTIMST
BDS - Dental Sciences
Post Graduation Institution of Medical Science
12th Class - Science
DAVPS
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