Ronny Kellner

Ronny Kellner is an experienced professional in research and development, currently serving as Associate Director of R&D dPCR Applications Development at QIAGEN since August 2020, following a role as Senior Scientist in Product Development & Project Management. Prior experience includes Project Manager at wfk - Cleaning Technology Institute e.V. and a Trainee Life Science Manager at ATV GmbH, where advanced training in project management and related fields was acquired. Ronny has a strong background in plant microbiota and pathogen interactions, with significant postdoctoral positions at notable institutions including the Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research, The Sainsbury Laboratory, the Max-Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, and Ruhr-Universität Bochum. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Biology from Ruhr University Bochum and a Diploma in Biology from the University of Tübingen.