RAJNI RATHORE

• Contribute to evaluating research proposals and projects
• Provide insights and expertise to enhance the quality and integrity of research endeavors
• Collaborate with fellow committee members to make informed decisions, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and standards
• Simulation Lab Pharmacology Content Expert (Clinical Medicine): Simulation lab pharmacology content expert took the simulation lab case discussion for 5th semester students., In my role as Research Lab Co-Director, I oversee lab operations for faculty and students research, ensuring a high standard of research and safety protocols
• I collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to facilitate research projects, manage resources, and maintain laboratory equipment
• I am also fostering an environment that supports innovative research and academic growth
• Research Project Supervision and Participation: Actively supervising and participating in several ongoing research projects, guiding project development, data analysis, and ensuring methodological rigor to contribute to impactful scientific findings and advancements within the research lab
• Ongoing Research Project :
• Gene sequencing-based profiling of traditional anti-inflammatory agents derived from India, Mexico, and the Caribbean
• Antimicrobial susceptibility evaluation of C
• Occidentalis, Abango, and C
• Vegetabilis on bacterial strains resistant to standard antimicrobial agents
• We are also excited about the potential to utilize the lab for two proposed projects:
• Evaluation of salivary BDNF and Cortisol levels in participants undergoing Traditional Yoga and Rajyoga Meditation Assisted Virtual Reality intervention (part of MRB grant)
• Genetic basis of the chitosan nanoparticles' activity on E
• Coli and S
• Aureus
• Gastrointestinal System Course Directorship: As a Course Director, I am responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, and management of the course curriculum, ensuring that learning objectives are met through collaboration with discipline experts and relevant stakeholders
• I organize and facilitate meetings, draft and update syllabi, manage content on the learning management system, and coordinate formative and summative assessments
• Additionally, I address student and faculty feedback, compile comprehensive course reports, and implement necessary changes for curriculum improvement
• My role ensures the seamless delivery and continuous enhancement of the educational experience for both students and faculty
• Academic Advising and Mentorship:
• Guidance, Counseling, & Academic Support:
• Overseeing the academic progress of assigned students each semester, conducting regular one-on-one consultations
• I guide academic hurdles and personal challenges and tailor study strategies to enhance comprehension and exam performance
• Research Opportunities: Introduce students to research opportunities, guide them in developing research projects, and advise them on manuscript preparation and publication
• Professionalism and Ethics: Modeling and instilling the values of medical professionalism and guiding students in understanding and navigating the ethical challenges of medicine
• Feedback and Evaluation: Providing regular feedback on student's performance and progress and assisting them in setting and achieving personal and academic goals.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Craft and deliver Interactive lectures in Pharmacology to 2nd, 3rd and 4th and 5th semester M.D Students
• I stay updated with the latest pedagogical techniques and am receptive to student feedback to continually refine teaching methods
• Dept of Clinical Medicine: Simulation lab content expert took the simulation lab case discussion for 5th semester students
• Develop and implement active learning course materials accompanied by facilitator guides
• Beta-testing and comprehensive evaluation of active learning course materials, contributing subject expert insights
• Facilitate small-group active learning sessions of integrated clinical case studies and higher-level questions to support critical thinking
• Cultivate an inclusive, interactive, engaging classroom environment tailored to accommodate the myriad learning styles of a diverse student body
• Office Hours & Tutoring: Offer additional support and guidance to students outside of regular class hours
• Instructional Technology: Utilize modern educational technologies such as online platforms, learning management systems such as blackboard, and interactive tools such as socrative, surveymonkey, and bookwidgets to enhance the teaching experience
• Create a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with departmental goals and accreditation requirements
• Write learning objectives clearly defining what students should know or be able to do by the end of the course or program
• Developing and implementing educational sessions and activities to enrich the scholarly experience and academic excellence
• Medical Simulation Training: As Simulation lab expert coach students using the patient simulator, enhancing their competence in diagnosing and managing clinical scenarios

Learner Assessment:

• USMLE Board Revie Facilitate sessions geared towards STEP 1 USMLE preparation, emphasizing the NBME's integrated practice multiple-choice questions
• Author NBME/USMLE-style multiple-choice questions to facilitate student practice and evaluations
• Develop challenging and fair exams and ensure they align with course learning objectives
• Implement quizzes and assignments as tools for continuous assessment
• Monitor and maintain the integrity of the assessment process to prevent misconduct
• Oversaw and administered NBME examinations, ensuring the integrity of the assessment process
• Grade students work promptly and provide constructive feedback to help students understand their mistakes and areas for improvement

Additional responsibilities:

• Institutional Service: I actively contributed to institutional committees, like Research Committee.

• Research Committee Member since September 2024: Contribute to evaluating research proposals and projects. Provide insights and expertise to enhance the quality and integrity of research endeavors. Collaborate with fellow committee members to make informed decisions, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and standards.

• Simulation Lab Pharmacology Content Expert (Clinical Medicine): Simulation lab pharmacology content expert took the simulation lab case discussion for 5thsemester students.

• Research Lab Co- Director: In my role as Research Lab Co-Director, I oversee lab operations for faculty and students research, ensuring a high standard of research and safety protocols. I collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to facilitate research projects, manage resources,

and maintain laboratory equipment. I am also fostering an environment that supports innovative research and academic growth.

o Research Project Supervision and Participation: Actively supervising and participating in several ongoing research projects, guiding project development, data analysis, and ensuring methodological rigor to contribute to impactful scientific findings and advancements within the research lab.

Ongoing Research Project :

o Gene sequencing-based profiling of traditional anti-inflammatory agents derived from India, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

o Antimicrobial susceptibility evaluation of C. occidentalis, Abango, and C. vegetabilis on bacterial strains resistant to standard antimicrobial agents.

o We are also excited about the potential to utilize the lab for two proposed projects:

o Evaluation of salivary BDNF and Cortisol levels in participants undergoing Traditional Yoga and Rajyoga Meditation Assisted Virtual Reality intervention (part of MRB grant).

o Genetic basis of the chitosan nanoparticles' activity on E. coli and S. aureus.

• Gastrointestinal System Course Directorship: As a Course Director, I am responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, and management of the course curriculum, ensuring that learning objectives are met through collaboration with discipline experts and relevant stakeholders. I organize and facilitate meetings, draft and update syllabi, manage content on the learning management system, and coordinate formative and summative assessments. Additionally, I address student and faculty feedback, compile comprehensive course reports, and implement necessary changes for curriculum improvement. My role ensures the seamless delivery and continuous enhancement of the educational experience for both students and faculty.

Guidance, Counseling, & Academic Support:

• Overseeing the academic progress of assigned students each semester, conducting regular one-on-one consultations. I guide academic hurdles and personal challenges and tailor study strategies to enhance comprehension and exam performance.

• Research Opportunities: Introduce students to research opportunities, guide them in developing research projects, and advise them on manuscript preparation and publication.

• Professionalism and Ethics: Modeling and instilling the values of medical professionalism and guiding students in understanding and navigating the ethical challenges of medicine.

• Feedback and Evaluation: Providing regular feedback on student's performance and progress and assisting them in setting and achieving personal and academic goals.

• Organized and led simulation-based learning activities to enhance clinical skills and critical thinking among 5th semester medical students
• Developed and maintained simulation scenarios, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives and clinical relevance
• Collaborated with faculty to integrate simulations into course units, facilitated debriefing sessions, and provided feedback to students
• Managed lab scheduling, equipment maintenance, and resource allocation to create an optimal learning environment
• Supported continuous improvement of simulation practices by incorporating feedback and staying updated on simulation education best practices.

Role and Responsibilities

Teaching:

• Pharmacology Teaching: Craft and deliver Interactive lectures in Pharmacology to 4th semester M.D Students
• I stay updated with the latest pedagogical techniques and am receptive to student feedback to continually refine teaching methods
• CCBS (Clinical Cases in Basic Sciences) Educator:
• Engaged in integrating foundational sciences with clinical application through case-based learning
• Developed and facilitated interactive sessions that enhance critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills, focusing on the correlation of basic science principles with patient diagnosis and management
• Guided students in problem-solving and applying theoretical knowledge to clinical scenarios, fostering a deeper understanding of medical concepts essential for clinical practice
• PDI (Patient Diagnosis and Investigation) Educator:
• Led structured sessions focused on the diagnostic process, guiding students through clinical reasoning, diagnostic methods, and interpretation of investigative findings
• Emphasized the integration of patient history, physical examination, and laboratory data to arrive at differential diagnoses
• Supported the development of students’ practical skills in patient evaluation and their ability to apply investigative tools effectively in clinical practice, preparing them for patient-centered care

Additional responsibilities:

Administrative and Educational Leadership:

Curriculum Committee Member:

• Create a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with departmental goals and accreditation requirements
• Write learning objectives clearly defining what students should know or be able to do by the end of the course or program
• Developing and implementing educational sessions and activities to enrich the scholarly experience and academic excellence
• Contributed to the alignment of curriculum objectives with accreditation standards, facilitated interdisciplinary integration ( three trimester Schedule)and implemented feedback from faculty and students to drive continuous improvement in educational quality
• Collaborated in evaluating and enhancing the medical curriculum by reviewing course content, instructional methods, and assessment strategies
• Admission Committee Member: Actively participate and evaluate applications, ensuring fairness and equity
• Promote diversity and inclusivity, representing the institution to prospective students and stakeholders
• I advise applicants, uphold integrity, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
• Research Committee Member: Responsible for reviewing research protocols submitted by medical students to ensure they meet ethical standards, scientific rigor, and institutional guidelines
• Provide constructive feedback, approve viable proposals, and support students in enhancing their research projects
• Contribute to strategic planning and development initiatives, fostering an environment that supports innovative research and academic growth.

• Lecturing: Design and present comprehensive Pharmacology & Clinical Pharmacology lectures for medical & Nursing students with Labs
• Clinical Training: As part of the Introduction to Clinical Medicine (ICM) curriculum, teach medical students how to take patient histories and conduct thorough clinical examinations
• Research Initiatives: Undertake and implement research initiatives, actively engaging students to encourage hands-on learning
• Medical Simulation Training: Coach students using the patient simulator, enhancing their competence in diagnosing and managing clinical scenarios
• Mentorship: Guide and support a diverse group of students, aiding them in achieving their academic, professional, and scholarly objectives
• Institutional Service: Actively contribute to the advancement of the school by participating in various committees.

• Work as a pharmacovigilance coordinator for Global Pharmacovigilance center Uppsala Monitoring Centre: UMC, Sweden by Collecting data on adverse drug reactions by active and passive surveillance and entered it into the national Vigiflow
• Drug Safety Expert, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Drug development design expert
• Skills Acquired During MD Residency in Clinical Pharmacology:
• Proficient in pharmacovigilance practices and drug utilization studies
• Proficiency in animal handling and drug screening experiments
• Developed expertise in designing clinical trial protocols
• Skilled in administering drugs to animals via both parenteral and enteral methods
• Strong understanding and application of ethics in both animal and human experiments
• Research Coordinator for AstraZeneca Drug Trial: Managed and coordinated clinical trial activities for an AstraZeneca drug study, ensuring adherence to protocol, regulatory guidelines, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards
• Oversaw patient recruitment, consent, and data collection, while maintaining accurate trial documentation and ensuring timely reporting of adverse events
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including investigators, pharmacists, and sponsor representatives, to optimize study efficiency and compliance
• Played a key role in facilitating communication between trial sites and AstraZeneca to achieve project milestones.

• Teaching responsibilities:
• Teaching and training of undergraduate medical students
• Taking Pharmacology Lab session
• Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
• Increased academic achievement by providing one-on-one mentoring and support to struggling students.
• Inspired critical thinking skills among students by fostering a learning environment that encouraged open-mindedness, curiosity, and intellectual exploration.
• Tutorials
• Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
• Clinical duties:
• Provide services in the Department of Clinical Pharmacology
• Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
• Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
• Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
• Revised course objectives, course materials, instructional and assessment strategies for [Type] courses.
• Enhanced cross-disciplinary collaboration through active participation in departmental meetings and workshops.
• Enhanced student research skills by supervising independent studies projects both inside and outside the classroom setting.
• Facilitated a supportive learning environment with clear expectations, constructive criticism, and open communication between students and faculty members.
• Developed innovative curriculum for interdisciplinary courses, fostering a broader understanding of various subjects for students.
• Proctored exams and provided remediation for learning improvement goals.
• Strengthened relationships with colleagues by participating in collaborative projects and research endeavors.
• Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
• Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans integrated curriculum.

• Teaching responsibilities:
• Teaching and training of undergraduate medical students
• Clinical duties: Provide services in the Department of Clinical Pharmacology
• Pharmacovigilance coordinator: Work as a pharmacovigilance coordinator for Global Pharmacovigilance center Uppsala Monitoring Centre: UMC, Sweden by Collecting data on adverse drug reactions by active and passive surveillance and entered it into the national Vigiflow
• Drug Safety Expert, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Drug development design expert.
• Inspired critical thinking skills among students by fostering a learning environment that encouraged open-mindedness, curiosity, and intellectual exploration.
• Enhanced student research skills by supervising independent studies projects both inside and outside the classroom setting.
• Developed innovative curriculum for interdisciplinary courses, fostering a broader understanding of various subjects for students.
• Strengthened relationships with colleagues by participating in collaborative projects and research endeavors.
• Elevated student satisfaction rates with accessible office hours, thorough explanations of complex topics, and consistent positive reinforcement.
• Expanded course offerings within the department by suggesting new electives based on emerging trends in academia.
• Supported weekly Pharmacology lab sessions, contributing to student engagement, comprehension and learning objectives.
• Promoted diversity and inclusion within the classroom through culturally responsive teaching practices and diverse reading materials.
• Streamlined the grading process with efficient rubrics and timely feedback on assignments, improving overall workflow efficiency.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
• Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
• Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
• Identified research opportunities for students, assisting with gathering data and drawing conclusions for projects.
• Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
• Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
• Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
• Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
• Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
• Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
• Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
• Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
• Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.

• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
• Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
• Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
• Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
• Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
• Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
• Contributed to campus activities to promote positive university image.

• Teaching & Lab responsibilities:
• Conduct theory classes for MBBS, BDS, Nursing, BPT, and BOT students
• Conduct Pharmacology Laboratory training for MBBS students
• Prepare problem-based learning modules, organize grand quizzes, and conduct seminars for undergraduate and nursing students
• Taught Undergraduate international medical students (from Umea University, Sweden)
• Demonstrated and taught Computer-assisted learning during practical classes through seminar presentations and Journal club presentations.
• Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
• Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
• Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
• Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
• Implemented creative instructional techniques to address the unique challenges faced by students with learning differences.
• Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.

• Managed out-patient, in-patient, and emergencies.
• Learned to evaluate and manage patients in stressful environments.
• Exhibited strong clinical judgment skills when triaging patients based on acuity levels, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources during peak times.
• Enhanced patient care by effectively managing and prioritizing caseloads of various medical complexities.
• Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions or complications.
• Wrote admissions notes, care plans and chart notes for each new patient.
• Provided compassionate bedside manner, creating a supportive environment that fostered trust and encouraged open communication with patients and their families.
• Streamlined communication between multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely and accurate information sharing for optimal patient treatment plans.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest medical advancements, enhancing overall patient care delivery.
• Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to aid physicians in making accurate diagnoses.
• Demonstrated excellent time management skills by effectively balancing clinical responsibilities with continuing education requirements as a Junior Resident.
• Promoted teamwork among nursing staff through effective collaboration and clear communication strategies, improving overall unit performance.
• Attended patient and teaching rounds ready to contribute and advance knowledge.
• Collaborated with attending physicians to develop individualized patient care plans, resulting in improved health outcomes.
• Performed procedures such as Hemodialysis, Urinary catheterization.

• Conducted detailed work-ups and sports injury patient’s examinations
• Managed out-patient, in-patient, and emergencies
• Engaged in ward rounds, grand rounds, tutorial classes, and case conferences.

Conducted online and accredited by the St. John’s Medical College and Hospital

• Degree Awarded with Honors in MD Pharmacology.
• Dissertation: Research Project: Treatments and outcomes of cardiac arrhythmias after myocardial infarction: a prospective, follow-up study in a tertiary-care hospital. (Clinical Research for 3 years)
• Medical Internship, Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical science, Chhattisgarh, India, Completed 2010
• Dean's List, 2015

Equivalent to M.D.

• Dean's List, 2009