Lorna S.

About Lorna S.

A strategic VP-level leader with 16 years of leadership experience across life science reagent companies and contract research organizations (CROs) within the biotech sector, with a strong focus on product development and innovation. My expertise lies in guiding cross-functional teams to develop and commercialize scientifically rigorous products that meet clear market needs. I have a proven track record in strategic planning and execution, leading to the successful launch of services, reagents, and assay kits supporting oncology, immuno-oncology, inflammatory, and metabolic disease research. My deep understanding of cellular and molecular biology, immunology, protein biology, and genomics has been instrumental in advancing early-stage drug discovery across preclinical, translational, and discovery phases. I am committed to fostering innovation and driving scientific product development that aligns with corporate growth objectives.

Experience

1. Vice President of Research & Product Development

   Genoskin

   Jul 2023 — Present · Salem, MA, US

   Genoskin is a contract research organization (CRO) that leverages ethically sourced human skin to accelerate the development of biotherapies, medical devices, cosmetics, and consumer products. By integrating advanced technologies like transcriptomics, spatial biology, and bioinformatics with our ex vivo human skin models, we offer a robust platform for predicting compound efficacy and safety before human trials. Our models provide unparalleled insights into substance interactions, absorption, irritation, and overall skin response, reducing time-to-market and minimizing development risks. Committed to ethical research, we replace animal testing with human-relevant data, driving innovation in the biomedical, cosmetics, and skincare products industry.

Education

• The University of British Columbia

  Bachelor’s Degree

• The University of British Columbia

  PhD