Marita Rodriguez, PhD
About Marita Rodriguez, PhD
Marita Rodriguez, PhD, is a Research Scientist currently employed at Aspect Biosystems in Vancouver, Canada. She has a background in Mechanical Engineering, holding a PhD from the University of Washington, and has held various research positions, including postdoctoral roles in Canada and Germany.
Current Position at Aspect Biosystems
Marita Rodriguez, PhD, serves as a Research Scientist at Aspect Biosystems, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on innovative projects that aim to improve human health and well-being. Her work involves applying her expertise in mechanical engineering to develop cutting-edge bioprinting technologies.
Educational Background
Marita Rodriguez completed her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Washington from 2006 to 2010. She continued her studies at the same institution, achieving her PhD in Mechanical Engineering between 2010 and 2015. Her academic journey included significant research experience, including her role as a NSF Graduate Research Fellow.
Previous Research Experience
Prior to her current role, Marita Rodriguez gained extensive research experience. She worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at The University of British Columbia from 2018, and as a Whitaker Postdoctoral Research Scholar at Universitätsklinikum Hamburg Eppendorf from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she held various research assistant positions at the University of Washington from 2009 to 2015.
Inspiration and Career Motivation
Marita Rodriguez was inspired to pursue a career in engineering after watching the movie Apollo 13, particularly the scene where NASA engineers designed an air filtration system to save the astronauts. This experience shaped her interest in innovative projects that involve on-the-job learning and have the potential to enhance human health.
Contact Information for Professional Inquiries
Marita Rodriguez is open to being contacted for professional inquiries via email. She actively seeks opportunities that align with her interests in innovative engineering projects and health improvement initiatives.