Irina Krier
About Irina Krier
Irina Krier is a Sr. Manager of Design Assurance at SOPHiA GENETICS, where she has worked since 2021. She has a strong background in bioinformatics and biotechnology, with previous roles at ETH Zurich, EPFL, and Université de Genève.
Current Role at SOPHiA GENETICS
Irina Krier serves as the Senior Manager of Design Assurance at SOPHiA GENETICS since 2021. In this role, she operates within a strict regulatory framework to ensure the delivery of high-quality medical devices for genetic testing and personalized medicine. She has established a new team dedicated to Design Assurance, emphasizing excellence in the development of medical devices. Her leadership in this area contributes to the company's commitment to innovation in healthcare.
Previous Experience at SOPHiA GENETICS
Prior to her current position, Irina Krier held multiple roles at SOPHiA GENETICS. She worked as a Senior Bioinformatician from 2016 to 2019, where she contributed to bioinformatics projects. Following this, she served as Manager of the Bioinformatics Product Validation and Compliance Team from 2019 to 2021. In these positions, she focused on ensuring compliance and validation of bioinformatics products, enhancing the company's capabilities in genetic testing.
Educational Background
Irina Krier completed her Master’s degree in Life Sciences and Technology at Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne from 2004 to 2009. She further pursued her PhD in Biotechnology and Bioengineering, specializing in bioinformatics, at the same institution from 2009 to 2014. Additionally, she studied at Ecole Active Bilingue Paris, where she achieved a Baccalauréat Scientifique with Mention Très Bien from 2000 to 2004.
Research and Academic Experience
Irina Krier has a robust academic background, including a position as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Université de Genève in 2015. She also worked as a PhD student at EPFL from 2009 to 2014, focusing on biotechnology and bioengineering. Her research experience has equipped her with a strong foundation in computational systems biology, which she applied during her time as a Master Student at ETH Zurich from 2008 to 2009.
Political Involvement
From 2010 to 2014, Irina Krier served as a Conseillère communale for Ville de Renens. In this role, she engaged in local governance and community affairs, contributing to the decision-making processes within the municipality. Her involvement in local politics reflects her commitment to public service and community engagement.