Derek Rothrock

Derek Rothrock is a Systems Integration Engineer currently employed at Diasorin since August 2024. Prior to this role, Rothrock served as Systems Integration Engineer II at Rheonix, Inc from December 2020 to March 2024, where significant achievements included optimizing molecular diagnostic PCR-based assays, leading to a 30% reduction in time-to-results, and collaborating on the development of automated diagnostic assays for Cyclospora cayetanensis. Earlier experience at Rheonix, Inc as a Systems Integration Engineer from January 2019 to August 2019 involved enhancements in imaging prep methods and optimizations for Next Generation Sequencing assays. Rothrock's career began with a Research and Development Co-op position at Welch Allyn, focusing on design validation for vital signs monitoring devices. Rothrock holds a Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology, completed in 2020.