Irina Iagafarova, PhD, MBA

Research And Development Manager @ SKYLABORATORY

About

As an R&D Manager at SKYLABORATORY, I bring over a decade of experience in scientific research, product innovation, and strategy development across health and wellness domains. With a PhD in Organic Chemistry and an MBA in Strategy Management, I specialize in managing cross-functional teams to develop impactful, science-driven products in mental health, nutrition, and personal care. My current focus is on leading mental health projects, overseeing scientific research, and synthesizing market and scientific insights to drive brand and product development. My expertise lies in translating scientific knowledge into actionable product solutions, managing product development, and enabling innovation through comprehensive research and market analysis. I am committed to delivering evidence-based, consumer-centric products that address critical health needs while fostering collaboration and innovation within my organization.

Country

Switzerland

City

Lausanne

Industry

Cosmetics

Skill

Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Scientific Communications, Scientific Presentation, Scientific Research, Scientific Writing, Organic Chemistry, Nutritional Counseling, Nutrition Education, Health & Wellness, Digital Health, Problem Solving, Marketing Science, Global Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Lean Startup, Mental Health, Supplements, Longevity

Experience

Research And Development Manager

SKYLABORATORY

2025-3 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Lausanne

Head of Mental Health Projects, Driving End‑to‑End New Brand Launch Strategy and Development: - Manage activities related to the strategy of new brand development and new product development; Product Ownership: - Act as the product owner, taking responsibility for product development and success; Market & Science Analysis: - Analyse and synthesize scientific & market information to drive product development and decision-making in new projects; Research and Innovation: - Develop and manage scientific knowledge necessary for innovation; - Conduct analytical research to develop new and improve existing products; - Organize and oversee trials, including in-vitro and in-vivo testing; Science Marketing: - Utilize scientific knowledge to contribute to marketing strategies and campaigns.

Innovation Manager

SKYLABORATORY

2023-5 - 2025-3 · 1 yr 11 mos

Japan

Acting as a Product owner developed 10+ innovative products in skin care (anti-acne segment) Author and Developer of MoodSkin Technology ( Patent application EP24199794) Over 100+ completed market analysis for product development with focus on innovations, trends, marketing mix in the categories: Mental health | Longevity | Dental | Hair | Skin | Supplements | Food | Digital health

Innovation Manager

SPLAT Global

2021-11 - 2023-5 · 1 yr 7 mos

Japan

Led and completed 350+ market analyses across all FMCG BPCH segments, providing strategic insights that enabled new product development and market entry

Innovation Manager

SPLAT Global

2017-6 - 2021-11 · 4 yrs 6 mos

Moscow City, Russia

Delivered 20+ innovative, nature‑inspired products across the Oral Care and Hair Care portfolios. Designed and brought into operation R&D laboratory for product formulation and development. In company I was responsible for: - Product development; - Scientific expertise of innovations for the creation of new products; - Monitoring information in the field of scientific and practical developments, knowing trends in ingredients; - Work with literary sources, databases, data-analysis; - Preparation of scientific reviews, analyzes on issues, the advancement of new ideas and hypotheses for the creation of products; - Creation and development of scientific knowledge of the company necessary for the development of innovations; - Participation in the development of a strategy for the company's promising areas; - Scientific support and support of the development and certification process; - Organization and conduct of clinical trials, in-vitro, in-vivo; - Market analysis, presentations for sales department, work with Mintel database;