Iryna Lunevich is an experienced urban development researcher and manager with a passion for sustainability transitions and smart cities. With a Master's degree in Science, Technology and Society Studies from Maastricht University and a Master's degree in Urban Studies/Affairs from European Humanities University, Iryna has an educational background that empowers her to make valuable contributions to the urban development industry.

She also studied Urban Education and Leadership at the Strelka Institute for Media, Architecture and Design, which allowed her to delve into the creative aspects of urban development, which she now incorporates into her work. Iryna has worked previously as a Deputy Programme Director, Assistant Lecturer, and Junior Researcher at the European Humanities University. She also worked as a Senior Programme Manager at Moscow Urban Forum, where she managed large-scale international events in the field of urban development.

Currently, Iryna is a PHD Candidate at Wageningen Environmental Research, where she is continuing her research in the field of urban development. She was also a former ESR fellow within the Energy-SHIFTS project at DRIFT for transition, which is an interdisciplinary research institute focused on societal transitions to sustainability.

Iryna is seeking a research-oriented job in the Netherlands, where she can apply her knowledge and skills to improve urban life and contribute to the development of smart cities.