M. Laura Parnas
Senior Leader | Medical and Scientific Affairs | Clinical Diagnostics | Strategic Relationships
- Role
- Sr Director, Scientific Affairs and Business Development at Sysmex America, Inc.
- Location
- Danville, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About M. Laura Parnas
An accomplished Clinical, Scientific & Medical Affairs Leader, I have 15+ years of experience in the healthcare diagnostics and hospital industries. A board-certified clinical chemist, I have expertise in laboratory medicine and directing CLIA/CAP laboratories. Experienced in the in-vitro diagnostics industry, my work centers on overseeing strategic and field medical and scientific affairs activities, building and leading high-performance teams, influencing engagement, driving performance, and fostering new leaders. A proven relationship-builder, with excellent collaboration skills with cross-functional internal stakeholders, able to develop and manage strategic relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and professional societies. A leading advisor and strategic partner, providing medical and scientific support for clinical trials, FDA regulatory submissions, medical education, publications, and scientific exchanges. I am a skilled influencer and educator, committed to excellence in patient care.I earned my BS in Clinical Biochemistry from Universidad Catolica de Cordoba in Argentina and a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of North Dakota. I completed a ComACC accredited Clinical Chemistry post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Utah/ARUP Laboratories and am a diplomate of the American Board of Clinical Chemistry.Interested in networking, public speaking and opportunities to continue learning and sharing as a Medical Affairs Leader. Connect with me via LinkedIn messaging.
Experience
Sr Director, Scientific Affairs and Business Development
Feb 2026 — Present
Education
University of North Dakota
PhD, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
2002 — 2007
Universidad Católica de Córdoba
Bachelor of Science - BS, Clinical Biochemistry
1996 — 2001
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