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Alejandro Rodriguez Putnam

@alejandrorodriguezpu

I coordinate mixed-methods public health research that translates health inequities into actionable policy recommendations.

Puerto Rico

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead and coordinate public health research that strengthens cross-sector partnerships and translates evidence into policy and programs for underserved communities.

At the University of Michigan, I coordinate federally and institutionally funded research on suicide risk, diabetes-related psychosocial care, and firearm-related homicides among Puerto Rican men. I led a peer-reviewed study on social vulnerability and suicide in Puerto Rico and have co-authored more than 12 peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.

Previously, I coordinated the Hurricane María Mortality Investigation across Puerto Rico hospitals, supervising student data collectors and managing HIPAA, IRB, PHI, and data-use requirements. I build partnerships across academic, hospital, government, and community organizations to turn qualitative and quantitative findings into policy and program recommendations for vulnerable and underserved populations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Research Area Specialist

University of Michigan

Dec 2022 - Oct 2026 (3 years 10 months)

Served as a core team member on federally and institutionally-funded studies examining suicide risk and diabetes-related psychosocial care needs. Led analysis and authorship of a peer-reviewed publication on social vulnerability and suicide in Puerto Rico, and coordinated a mixed-methods study on firearm-related homicides among Puerto Rican men.

Project Management Research Coordination Data Analysis Qualitative Research Quantitative Research Publications Stakeholder Engagement HIPAA compliance IRB Compliance Mixed Methods Research

Research Project Coordinator

University of Puerto Rico

Sep 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 4 months)

Coordinated the mixed methods hospital deaths component of the Hurricane María Mortality Investigation, managing collaboration among an interdisciplinary team. Recruited, trained, and supervised a team of six students for medical record data collection, ensuring HIPAA, IRB, and PHI compliance.

Project Management Research Coordination Team Leadership Data Collection HIPAA compliance IRB Compliance PHI Management Stakeholder Engagement Qualitative Research Quantitative Research

Student Leader

Recinto Pa' la Calle & Proyecto Plaza Corazón

Sep 2019 - May 2022 (2 years 8 months)

Participated in community outreach and harm reduction activities to provide biopsychosocial support to the homeless community. Coordinated donations between citizens and the organizations.

Community Outreach Harm Reduction Coordination Public Speaking

Count of Homeless People

Department of Housing of Puerto Rico

Mar 2022 - Mar 2022 (0 months)

Volunteered in the count of homeless people as part of a community engagement initiative.

Data Collection Community Outreach

Research Fellow

Mount Sinai

Sep 2021 - Feb 2022 (5 months)

Selected for the Global Health Disparities Research Training Program, developing academic writing, literature review, and data analysis skills under the mentorship of senior public health research professionals.

Academic Writing literature review Data Analysis Public Health Research

Research Project Coordinator

Primary Health Association of Puerto Rico

Oct 2020 - Jul 2021 (9 months)

Coordinated the qualitative component of research through interviews and focus groups with over 60 administrative, clinical personnel, patients, and board members of Federally Qualified Health Centers. Synthesized findings into a report with public policy recommendations.

Qualitative Research Interviewing Focus Groups Data Synthesis Policy Recommendations Project Coordination

Graduate Student Research Fellow

University of Puerto Rico

Sep 2020 - Jul 2021 (10 months)

Selected for the Graduate Research Assistantship Program, mentored in public health and health administration research. Coordinated a project exploring the impact of COVID-19 on primary care community health centers in Puerto Rico.

Qualitative Research Quantitative Research Project Coordination Public Health Research