Rod joined AROA in 2013 and has over 15 years’ experience in medical device design and manufacturing.
Rod is responsible for managing the technical operations of the organisation and providing technical direction related to product development, project management, manufacturing, and distribution.
Prior to joining AROA, Rod worked in development of novel polymer coatings for microfluidic devices at Industrial Research Limited. Rod’s professional expertise includes chemical processing of biomaterials, and implementation of sterilisation processes.
During his time at AROA, Rod’s focus has been on process design and transfer into manufacturing, redevelopment and scale-up activities for the Auckland site, as well as overseeing routine production activities.
Rod holds Master of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees in Chemistry from the University of Otago.
