Dr. Markus Rohe
About Dr. Markus Rohe
Dr. Markus Rohe serves as the Global Special Analytics Manager and Global Pilot Plant Manager at Venator Materials Plc, where he has worked since 2020. He holds advanced degrees in chemistry and specializes in process development and pigment analysis.
Work at Venator Materials
Dr. Markus Rohe has been employed at Venator Materials Plc since 2020, serving as the Global Special Analytics Manager and Global Pilot Plant Manager. In this role, he manages the global pilot plant located in Duisburg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, where he oversees the upscaling of production processes and product developments. His responsibilities include leading four analytical laboratories across two international locations, with a focus on pigment analytics. Dr. Rohe's tenure at Venator Materials has allowed him to apply his expertise in process development and optimization within the chemical industry.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Markus Rohe holds a Master of Science in Metalorganische Chemie from TU Dortmund University, where he studied from 2004 to 2006. He furthered his education at Ruhr University Bochum, earning a Ph.D. in Anorganische Chemie Technische Chemie with a minor in Betriebswirtschaftslehre from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Organische Chemie from the University of Duisburg-Essen, completing his studies from 2001 to 2004. His academic background equips him with strong skills in process development, optimization, and scale-up, particularly in the synthesis and analysis of chemical products.
Background
Before joining Venator Materials, Dr. Markus Rohe worked at Sachtleben Chemie Gesellschaft mit beschrankter Haftung as Gruppenleiter from 2010 to 2012. He then returned to Venator Materials, where he served as Laborleiter from 2012 to 2020. His experience in these roles has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of chemical processes and production methodologies. Dr. Rohe's career path reflects a consistent focus on the chemical industry, particularly in the areas of pigment and filler development.
Achievements
Dr. Markus Rohe possesses expertise in particle surface modification and chemical regulatory processes. He specializes in the analysis and development of various chemical compounds, including titanium dioxide, barium sulphate, zinc sulfide, lithopone, and zinc sulphate. His role in managing the global pilot plant and leading analytical laboratories highlights his contributions to advancements in chemical product synthesis and analysis. Dr. Rohe's work plays a significant role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of production processes within the chemical sector.