Derek Klinedinst

Derek Klinedinst has a strong background in research and development, with a focus on materials engineering and quality assurance. Derek has experience managing R&D teams, overseeing new product development projects, and implementing cost-saving initiatives. Derek has worked in various industries, including the manufacturing and chemical sectors. Derek has also held positions as a marketing analyst and public relations officer. Derek holds a doctoral degree and has published research in the field of polymer chemistry.

Derek Klinedinst has a strong educational background in materials science and engineering. Derek began their academic journey by obtaining a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering Science from Loyola University Maryland in 1996. Derek then pursued further education and completed a Master of Science (MS) degree in Materials Science from Norfolk State University between 1996 and 1998.

After gaining valuable experience in the field, Derek went on to pursue higher education in the same discipline. Derek enrolled at Virginia Tech in 2004 and successfully earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Materials Science & Engineering in 2011. During this period, they also earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree, specializing in Materials Science & Engineering, from Virginia Tech, which they completed between 2010 and 2011.

In addition to their formal academic qualifications, Derek Klinedinst has obtained a certification titled "Transitioning from Technical Professional to Manager" from LinkedIn. Derek achieved this certification in October 2019.