Ashley Wood
About Ashley Wood
Ashley Wood serves as the Senior Director of Research & Development at Zomedica, a position he has held since 2021. With a strong academic background including a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from Johns Hopkins University, he has extensive experience in research roles across various institutions.
Work at Zomedica
Ashley Wood has been serving as the Senior Director of Research & Development at Zomedica since 2021. In this role, she oversees various research initiatives aimed at advancing veterinary diagnostics and therapeutics. Prior to her current position, she held multiple roles within Zomedica, including Director of Research & Development and Associate Scientific Director. Her extensive experience within the company has contributed to its growth and innovation in the veterinary healthcare sector.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Wood holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Chemistry from Duke University, which she completed from 2001 to 2005. She furthered her education at The Johns Hopkins University, where she earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular Biology between 2005 and 2010. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in research and development, particularly in the fields of molecular biology and chemistry.
Background
Before joining Zomedica, Ashley Wood gained significant experience in academia and industry. She worked as a Research Assistant Professor at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the same institution from 2010 to 2014. Her industry experience includes roles at Swift Biosciences, Inc., where she worked as a Research Scientist and Senior Research Scientist from 2016 to 2019.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Ashley Wood has held various positions that highlight her expertise in research and development. At Zomedica, she has progressed through several roles, demonstrating her leadership in advancing the company's research initiatives. Her academic and professional journey reflects a commitment to innovation in veterinary medicine, contributing to the development of new diagnostic tools and treatments.