Sebastian Salazar
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Analytical and data-driven consultant with experience translating complex healthcare data into strategic insights that inform decision-making. Skilled in quantitative analysis, primary and secondary research, program evaluation, and synthesizing evidence into actionable recommendations for government, academic, and healthcare stakeholders. Adept at developing client-ready presentations and communicating complex findings to diverse audiences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Epidemiologist
New Mexico Department Of Health
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2025.06 - Current
- Analyzed epidemiologic and healthcare datasets to identify trends, evaluate public health priorities, and generate data-driven recommendations for decision-makers.
- Conducted quantitative analyses using statistical software to translate complex findings into actionable insights that informed policy and program strategy.
- Synthesized research and analytical findings into executive-level reports and presentations for public health leadership and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
- Maintained data quality and integrity by implementing rigorous quality assurance, reporting standards, and analytical methodologies across surveillance and evaluation activiti
Graduate Researcher
Yale School of Medicine
New Haven, Vermont
2023.12 - 2025.05
- Developed analytical models integrating epidemiologic, environmental, and population health data to identify disease risk factors and support evidence-based decision-making.
- Applied advanced statistical methods, including multivariable regression and survival analysis, using R and SAS to analyze complex datasets and generate actionable insights.
- Led data quality management and integration across multi-institutional datasets, ensuring analytical integrity and supporting strategic public health initiatives.
- Synthesized research findings into publications and executive-level presentations, translating complex analyses into recommendations that informed public health policy and intervention strategies.
Paramedic
Albuquerque Ambulance Service
Albuquerque, New Mexico
2021.09 - 2023.08
- Delivered emergency medical care in high-acuity environments, making rapid, evidence-based decisions under pressure.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and ensure effective treatment and transport.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and communicated critical patient information to support timely medical decision-making.
Policy Associate Researcher
Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund
2019.08 - 2021.08
- Conducted policy research and stakeholder analysis to develop evidence-based recommendations on public policy initiatives.
- Synthesized research findings into reports and presentations that informed organizational strategy and leadership decision-making.
- Performed policy and risk analyses to evaluate potential impacts and support strategic planning.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather input on proposed policy changes.
Researcher
Northern New Mexico College
2016.01 - 2018.06
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and execute research initiatives, supporting data-driven decision-making and strategic project objectives.
- Analyzed and synthesized research findings into presentations and reports for diverse stakeholders, effectively communicating complex insights.
- Developed and implemented research methodologies that ensured data integrity, regulatory compliance, and high-quality analytical outcomes.
Education
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology and Global Health
Yale School of Public Health, Yale University
New Haven, CT2025-05
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Chemistry
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM2021-12
Skills
- Strategic analysis
- Quantitative data analysis
- Research and evidence synthesis
- Program evaluation
- Healthcare strategy
- Stakeholder engagement
- R and advanced Microsoft Excel
Certification
- Licensed Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
Volunteer work
Director of Medical Volunteer Training-Neightborhood Health Project/Yale School of Medicine
- Led strategic planning and organizational design for a clinical training program serving 100+ volunteers per semester.
Volunteer Paramedic — Stratford EMS
- Provided emergency medical response, patient assessment, and prehospital care while supporting community emergency services.
Publications
- Gene Correlations and remissions in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Children
- “Casa Segura empowers Hispanic Immigrants to Manage Medical Conditions”
- Linking Household animal ownership to the risk of Leptospira infection in Brazilian slums. (Under peer review)
- Invest in people: A more resilient population will follow - Santa fe New Mexican
- Biosecurity is an investment, not an expense - Albuquerque Journal
Languages
Spanish (Native), English (Native), French (Native)
Projects
Casa Segura-Yale School of Public Health
Founded and led a community-based epidemiologic program for underserved populations, developing study protocols, outcome metrics, and data systems, conducting analyses to inform interventions, and authoring evidence-based policy briefs and manuscripts to improve chronic disease management and infection control.
Timeline
Epidemiologist
New Mexico Department Of Health
2025.06 - Current
Graduate Researcher
Yale School of Medicine
2023.12 - 2025.05
Paramedic
Albuquerque Ambulance Service
2021.09 - 2023.08
Policy Associate Researcher
Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund
2019.08 - 2021.08
Researcher
Northern New Mexico College
2016.01 - 2018.06
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology and Global Health
Yale School of Public Health, Yale University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Chemistry
University of New Mexico