Neva Lazarova
About Neva Lazarova
Neva Lazarova serves as the Collaborations and Innovation Director for chemistry at IBA, where she has played a key role in establishing partnerships across academic, government, and industrial sectors since 2018. With a strong educational background in chemistry and management, she has extensive experience in project management and strategic leadership.
Work at IBA
Neva Lazarova has served as the Collaborations and Innovation Director for the chemistry division at IBA since 2018. In this role, she has been instrumental in fostering partnerships among academic, government, and industrial organizations to drive innovation in the field of chemistry. Her leadership has contributed to the successful execution of various collaborative projects, enhancing IBA's position in the chemistry sector. Prior to her current role, she was the Head of Radiochemistry at IBA from 2014 to 2018, where she further developed her expertise in project management and strategic leadership.
Education and Expertise
Neva Lazarova holds an MBA in Management of Technology and Innovation from Ryerson University, which she completed from 2010 to 2012. She also earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Syracuse University between 2000 and 2005, and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Baylor University from 1996 to 2000. Additionally, she has studied at the National Institutes of Health, where she gained valuable insights into research methodologies. Her educational background supports her extensive project management skills and strategic leadership capabilities.
Background
Neva Lazarova has a diverse professional background in the field of chemistry and business development. She began her career as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the National Institutes of Health from 2005 to 2007. Following this, she worked at the Centre for Probe Development and Commercialization as a Scientist in Discovery & Production from 2007 to 2011. She then transitioned to a managerial role at EY and Nuvecs in Business Development from 2011 to 2014 before joining IBA. Her varied experiences have equipped her with a robust understanding of both scientific and business aspects of the industry.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Neva Lazarova has been recognized for her contributions to the field of chemistry, particularly in fostering collaborative projects that drive innovation. Her role at IBA has allowed her to leverage her project management skills to execute growth initiatives effectively. She has played a significant role in establishing partnerships that bridge the gap between academia, government, and industry, which has been pivotal for advancing research and development in chemistry.