Rachel Reding
About Rachel Reding
Rachel Reding is a Program Manager at BenchSci, with a background in biomedical engineering and extensive experience in research and clinical engineering. She has held various roles in academic and healthcare institutions, including teaching and leadership positions at the University of Toronto and North York General Hospital.
Current Role at BenchSci
Rachel Reding serves as a Program Manager at BenchSci, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various projects and initiatives within the organization. Her experience in program management allows her to effectively coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure the successful execution of strategic objectives.
Previous Experience in Clinical Engineering
Prior to her current role, Rachel worked at University Health Network as a Clinical Engineer from 2018 to 2021. In this capacity, she focused on medical device integration, contributing to the improvement of clinical workflows and patient care. She also held the position of Clinical Engineer | PM for Medical Device Integration at the same organization from 2021 to 2022.
Academic Background in Biomedical Engineering
Rachel Reding studied at the University of Toronto, where she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from 2011 to 2016. She continued her education at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Health Sciences from 2016 to 2018. Her academic training provided her with a strong foundation in both engineering principles and healthcare applications.
Teaching and Instructional Roles
Rachel has experience in educational roles, having worked as a Teaching Assistant and Communication Instructor at the University of Toronto from 2016 to 2018. She also served as an Engineering Outreach Instructor in 2013. These positions allowed her to develop skills in communication and pedagogy, enhancing her ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
Leadership and Volunteer Experience
Throughout her career, Rachel has held various leadership positions, including Vice President of Finance for the University of Toronto Engineering Society from 2015 to 2016 and Vice President of Marketing for the Women in Science and Engineering University of Toronto Chapter from 2013 to 2014. These roles involved strategic planning and community engagement, demonstrating her commitment to supporting her peers in the engineering field.