Dr Santhosh Kareepadath Rajan

Short Bio

Dr. Santhosh K. R. is an Associate Professor in the School of Psychological Sciences at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Since joining the university in 2016, he has been instrumental in advancing innovative research and education. As one of the founders and the current lead of the Behavioral Decision Lab, Dr. Santhosh continues to spearhead impactful initiatives in behavioral science. 

Dr. Santhosh’s academic journey includes a Ph.D. from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, under the mentorship of Prof. Dr. N. Annalakshmi. His research focuses on behavioral decision-making, solution mindset, research analytics, and positive psychology.

 Dr. Santhosh is an accomplished scholar who has authored 54 publications, secured three international research grants, and completed a major research project. He holds five patents and two copyrights, underscoring his innovative contributions to the field. Currently, he leads a significant research project funded by the Cognitive Science Research Initiative (CSRI) of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), India.

 Dr. Santhosh is actively engaged with the global academic community as an International Affiliate of the American Psychological Association (APA), a member of the Society for Judgment and Decision Making, and the President of the Association of Solution-Focused Practices-India (ASFP-I). Committed to community well-being, he also volunteers with AMMAPSYDAC Society for Mental Health in Palakkad, Kerala, supporting mental health initiatives.

Curriculum Vitae

Specialization : Psychology

Research Areas : Behavioural Decision Making, Solution Mindset, Research Analytics, Positive Psychology

Expertise : Psychometrics, Structural Equation Modelling

Nationality : Indian

Mobile Phone No. : +91 9448417480; +918073648421

Email : Work: santhosh.kr@christuniversity.in; Personal: santhoshisme@gmail.com

Web Profile : www.psystem.co.in

Experience

Nature Designation University/ Organization Duration

Teaching and Research Associate Professor CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore 01-07-2022 to current

Assistant Professor 06-06-2016 to 30-06-2022

Industry Head of Team, Edutel Technologies 07-03-2016 to 04-06-2016

Jnanasamgama Project

Government of Karnataka

Teaching and Research Assistant Professor JAIN (Deemed to be University), Bangalore 21-09-2014 to 06-03-2016

Teaching Lecturer College of Paramedical Sciences 03-09-2012 to 19-07-2014

EMS Memorial Co-operative Hospital & Research 

Centre, Perintalmanna, Kerala

Industry Supportive Supervisor Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and 26-09-2012 to 23-01-2015

Malaria (GFATM) 7, 

School of Behavioural Sciences

M.G. University, Kerala

Teaching Assistant Professor LISSAH College, Kozhikode, Kerala 02-06-2010 to 30-04-2012

Doctoral Research University Research Fellow Bharathiar University 01-04-2007 to 31-03-2010