Ventana Medical Systems
Kirsten Medina is a Senior Research Associate at Roche since May 2020, where responsibilities include engineering tests to ensure software meets product requirements, collaborating with global teams, and adhering to the SAFe Agile philosophy. Previously, Kirsten served as a Research Specialist at the University of Arizona, focusing on T-cell isolation and immunohistochemistry. Kirsten's earlier experience includes a role as a Laboratory Science Specialist at W. L. Gore & Associates, conducting biocompatibility testing, and previously at Roche as a Lab Assistant, handling biomarker analysis. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from the University of Arizona.
Ventana Medical Systems
Ventana Medical Systems, Inc., a member of the Roche Group, innovates and manufactures instruments and reagents that automate tissue processing and slide staining for cancer diagnostics. VENTANA solutions are used in clinical histology and drug development research laboratories worldwide. The company’s intuitive, integrated staining and workflow management platforms that optimize laboratory efficiencies to reduce errors – support diagnosis and inform treatment decisions for anatomic pathology professionals. Together with Roche, Ventana is driving personalized healthcare through accelerated drug discovery and the development of “companion diagnostics” to identify the patients most likely to respond favorably to specific therapies. Visit www.ventana.com to learn more.