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Curriculum Vitae
Kanchan Thakur
Mobile: 9023729570, 9418403772
Email: tkanchan97@gmail.com
Professional Snapshot
I, have more than 3 year experience in health sector. I graduated in Nursing (2012) and Masters
in Public Health (2014). Presently, I am working as a Junior Research Fellow in Indian Council
of Medical Research funded project in School of Public Health, PGIMER,Chandigarh. Areas of
my specialization include conducting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative research, writing
research papers, reports and organizing program and courses.
I have written one systematic review, one quantitative paper and two qualitative independent
papers in the current project. I consider my strengths as abilityto function in high pressure
atmosphere, work in harmony with peers’, networking with governments and other stakeholders,
using a team approach and develop linkages for ensuring two way flows between research and
policy.
PROFESSIONAL GOAL
To associate myself with a progressive institution/organization that offers me scope to sharpen
my skills in the current scenario of Public Health and to be a part of team that works dynamically
towards the growth of organization.
STRENGTHS
 Academics:
1. Teaching: Ability to teach at various forays.
2. Research: Developing qualitative and quantitative research tools, data collection and
their analysis. Good at report writing and writing research papers.
 Administrative:
1. Ability to plan, organize and manage the project or program.
2. Leadership abilities and team working skills.
 Active, Confident, Positive Attitude, Good listener, Trouble shooter & Dedicated.
 Hardworking, Honest, Enthusiastic, Quick learner, Versatile & Good Memory

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EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Degree Year Board/University Marks %
Diploma in HIV & Family
Education
2015 IGNOU, Chandigarh Pursuing
Master’s in Public Health 2014 Eternal University, Baru Sahib 74%
B.Sc. Nursing 2012 Eternal University,Baru Sahib 66%
10+2 2008 HP Board 68%
Matric 2006 HP Board 68%
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (starting with the most recent)
Designation Organization Duration Responsibilities
Junior
research
fellow (JRF)
Dept. of Community
Medicine, School of
Public Health,
PGIMER, Chandigarh
Aug, 2014 Continuing  Qualitative and Quantitative
research (Tool, Data
collection & analysis)
 Report writing
 Paper writing
 Administrative and accounts
handling
Investigator COTPA Act, Govt. of
Punjab in
collaboration with
School of Public
Health, PGIMER,
Chandigarh
2015 (2-3
days survey
in few
districts of
Punjab)
Part time  Survey for COTPA
compliance study under
section 4,6,7 and 9
 Report writing
Tutor Sachdeva Institute,
Mandi, HP
Jan, 2014 Feb, 2014  Coaching for competitive
exams to GNM students
Staff Nurse Akal hospital,
Sirmour, HP (150
Bedded)
(Part-Time)
Oct, 2012 Jun, 2014  All nursing procedures
(Medication, Injection
administration, taking vital
signs, monitoring intake-
output, dressing, conducting
delivery )
Languages
, Pahari (Himachali) and Punjabi
Computer Skills
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Spreadsheets

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Internet and statistical applications, including SPSS
HONOURS AND AWARDS
 Bagged 1st price in poster making competition on AIDS day 2010. Participated in street rally
slogan shouting on AIDS day 2011.
 Bagged 2nd, 3rd Price in inter college Quiz competition at Akal College of Nursing, Baru
Sahib in 2011 and 2012.
 Active participation in extracurricular activities such as street plays, drama, sports, indoor
activities like art, cultural, paintings, fancy dress, calligraphy, folk dance, cooking, singing
competitions every year.
 First Aid Certificate, form Zonal Hospital Mandi (HP), 2014.
PROFESSIONAL COURSES
 Attended National CME on Lifestyle Diseases, PGIMER Chandigarh. 7th March, 2016.
 Actively participated in organization of ‘International Public Health Management
Development Program’conducted in School of Public Health, PGIMER, 16thto 20th May,
2016.
ACHIEVEMENTS
 Awarded with certificates of voluntary blood donation by IGMC, Shimla in 2010, 2011,
2012, 2014 and eternal university in 2009, 2010 and PGIMER, Chandigarh in 2015, 2016.
Donated blood seven times, every year after 2009.
 Paper presented in International conference on Nursing Informatics at Eternal University,
Baru Sahib (HP), 2011.
 Cleared written exam of HPSSC (Staff Nurse), 2014 and SI (Staff Nurse) BSF, 2014.
 Cleared written exam and interview of JRF in PGIMER in 2014 and currently working here.
CONFERENCES ATTENDED
 International conference on ‘Nursing Informatics’ atEternal University, Baru Sahib, 2011.
 International conference on ‘Global Nursing’ at Eternal University, Baru Sahib, 2012.
 International conference on ‘Innovative trends in Community Health Nursing’ at Eternal
University, Baru Sahib, 2013.
 International conference on ‘Yoga, Nature & Holistic Living’ at Eternal University, Baru
Sahib, 2013.
 National Symposium on ‘Advances in Biotechnology for Crop Improvement’ at Eternal
University, Baru Sahib, 2014.

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RESEARCH PROJECTS
 Assessment of approaches and factors in increasing attraction and improving retention of
Physicians in rural and remote areas of Northern India.
 Compliance of Cigarette and Other Tobacco Product Act (COTPA) in Punjab district
under.
THESIS DONE
 A study to assess the effectiveness of Iron Supplementation therapy on anemia among
women in surrounding Villages of Baru Sahib (H.P). [A Group Project during
Bachelor’s]
 A study to assess the knowledge of occupational health hazards among constructional
workers at selected areas of Baru Sahib (H.P). [During Bachelor’s]
 A study to assess the functioning of Anganwadi centers under ICDS in the selected
blocks of Mandi district (H.P.). [During Master’s]
PUBLICATIONS
 A Study to Assess the Knowledge & Practice if Anganwadi Workers & Availability of
infrastructure in ICDS program in District Mandi of Himachal Pradesh.
(RESEARCH HUB- International Multidisciplinary ResearchJournal)
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
1. Dr. HS Chauhan, Dean-cum-Prof & Head: Akal School of Public Health and Hospital
Administration. Eternal University, Baru Sahib-173101. Himachal Pradesh.
Mob: 94634-38917 E-mail: drhsc26@gmail.com
2. DrSonuGoel, Assistant Professor of Health Management (and Officer I/C Emergency),
School of Public Health, PGIMER, Chandigarh.
Tel: +91-172-2755215 Mob: 9914208027 E-mail: sonugoel007@yahoo.co.in
DECLARATION
I, hereby declare that the above written particulars are true to the best of my knowledge & belief.
Kanchan Thakur