Despite not having yet fulfilled his childhood dream of acquiring superpowers through an experiment gone south, Ivan has enjoyed a successful 25+ year career as a chemist working in pharmaceutical development. An internationally recognised leader in crystallization and particle engineering, he has contributed to the launch of many new products and the introduction of novel technologies within Pfizer, often as a result of successful external collaborations. Notable examples of the latter include his stint as Chair of the Industry Board for CMAC (Centre for Manufacturing and Advanced Crystallization) and tenure in the IQ working group on co-processing.

Ivan is also passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion, with his endeavours recognised with a 2024 WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) Ally Award. Outside of work, when he is not busy polishing his RSC Fellowship certificate, Ivan is an avid music fan, and enjoys cooking, and walking with his mad dog, Archie.