Rodney E. Rohde
Summary
Senior healthcare, clinical science, and public health leader with 25+ years of experience spanning healthcare systems, laboratory medicine, translational research, and executive advisory roles. Proven strategist and consultant recognized for translating complex scientific and public health challenges into actionable solutions for organizations, institutions, and industry partners. Trusted advisor with deep expertise in clinical operations, workforce development, regulatory alignment, and healthcare communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Molecular Epidemiologist
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1997 - 01.2002
Visiting Scientist
CDC
Atlanta
01.1994 - 01.2000
Microbiologist IV
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1994 - 01.1997
Microbiologist II
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1993 - 01.1994
Microbiologist I
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1992 - 01.1993
Microbiologist II
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1994
Research Assistant
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center-Science Park
01.1989
Research Assistant
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center-Science Park
01.1988
Education
Ph.D. - Education (Adult Professional Community Education)
Texas State University
01-2010
MS - Biology
Texas State University
01-1992
BS - Microbiology
Texas State University
01-1990
Diploma - NA
Smithville High School
Smithville, TX01-1985
Skills
- Molecular biology
- Epidemiological research
- Statistical analysis
- Data interpretation
- Laboratory techniques
- Public health advocacy
- Healthcare and clinical strategy development
- Regulatory compliance and accreditation (CLIA, CAP, academic/clinical standards)
- Workforce development and program leadership
- Infectious disease and virology expertise
- Executive and advisory leadership
- Strategic decision-making
- Stakeholder and board-level engagement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Thought leadership and influence
- Complex problem solving
- Change management
- High-stakes communication
- Mentorship and talent development
- Ethical judgment and professional integrity
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
Specialist in Microbiology (SM) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), 2008
Molecular Biology (MB) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), 2007
Specialist in Virology (SV) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), 1998
Fellow, Association of Clinical Scientists (FACSc) – Association of Clinical Scientists, 2017
Global Fellow – Global Citizenship Alliance, 2017 (Lifetime)
Molecular Biology (MB) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), 2007
Specialist in Virology (SV) – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), 1998
Fellow, Association of Clinical Scientists (FACSc) – Association of Clinical Scientists, 2017
Global Fellow – Global Citizenship Alliance, 2017 (Lifetime)
Accomplishments
Regents' Professor (Lifetime) — Texas State University System, 2021.
University Distinguished Professor — Texas State University, 2021
ASCP National Mentor Award — American Society of Clinical Pathologists, 2025
ASCP Career Ambassador Hall of Fame — American Society for Clinical Pathology, 2021
Waksman Foundation Distinguished Lecturer — American Society for Microbiology, 2025–2027
The Pathologist Power List — International Recognition, 2023, 2022, 2020
ASCLS Robin H. Mendelson Memorial Award — Global Advocacy in Clinical Laboratory Science, 2021, 2018
Cardinal Health Laboratory Excellence List — Cardinal Health, 2019, 2022
FACSc Fellow — Association of Clinical Scientists, 2017–Present
ASCLS Theriot Award (National) — Health Communication & Multimedia Leadership, 2017
University Distinguished Professor — Texas State University, 2021
ASCP National Mentor Award — American Society of Clinical Pathologists, 2025
ASCP Career Ambassador Hall of Fame — American Society for Clinical Pathology, 2021
Waksman Foundation Distinguished Lecturer — American Society for Microbiology, 2025–2027
The Pathologist Power List — International Recognition, 2023, 2022, 2020
ASCLS Robin H. Mendelson Memorial Award — Global Advocacy in Clinical Laboratory Science, 2021, 2018
Cardinal Health Laboratory Excellence List — Cardinal Health, 2019, 2022
FACSc Fellow — Association of Clinical Scientists, 2017–Present
ASCLS Theriot Award (National) — Health Communication & Multimedia Leadership, 2017
Timeline
Molecular Epidemiologist
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1997 - 01.2002
Visiting Scientist
CDC
01.1994 - 01.2000
Microbiologist IV
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1994 - 01.1997
Microbiologist II
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1994
Microbiologist II
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1993 - 01.1994
Microbiologist I
Texas Department of State Health Services
01.1992 - 01.1993
Research Assistant
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center-Science Park
01.1989
Research Assistant
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center-Science Park
01.1988
Ph.D. - Education (Adult Professional Community Education)
Texas State University
MS - Biology
Texas State University
BS - Microbiology
Texas State University
Diploma - NA
Smithville High School