Lorraine Lockwood
About Lorraine Lockwood
Lorraine Lockwood serves as the Executive Director of Human Resources at Erasca, Inc., bringing over 20 years of experience in the life sciences industry. She has held various HR roles across multiple companies, demonstrating expertise in corporate culture, employee engagement, and HR systems management.
Current Role at Erasca
Lorraine Lockwood serves as the Executive Director of Human Resources at Erasca, Inc., a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees HR functions and strategies, contributing to the company's growth and development in the life sciences sector. Her responsibilities include managing human resources for a multi-state and multi-site organization, ensuring legal compliance, and enhancing employee engagement.
Previous Experience at Erasca
Prior to her current role, Lorraine Lockwood worked at Erasca, Inc. as the Senior Director of Human Resources from 2020 to 2023. During her tenure, she focused on cultivating corporate culture and implementing HR initiatives that supported the company's objectives. Her experience at Erasca reflects her expertise in managing HR functions in a dynamic environment.
Background in Human Resources
Lorraine Lockwood has over 20 years of experience in the life sciences industry, specifically within private and publicly traded pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Her career includes various HR roles at Santarus, Inc., where she progressed from Human Resources Assistant to Manager, and later to Sr. Manager. She also held positions at Alere Inc. and Synthorx Inc., where she further developed her HR expertise.
Education and Certifications
Lorraine Lockwood studied at New Mexico State University, where she earned an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from 1996 to 1999. She furthered her education at UC San Diego, obtaining a Human Resources Management Certificate between 2008 and 2010. These educational achievements have equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her extensive HR career.
HR Skills and Expertise
Lorraine Lockwood possesses a strong skill set in human resources, including legal compliance, safety, and workers' compensation management. She is proficient in implementing and administering various HRIS and ATS systems, such as Workday and Jobvite. Additionally, her expertise encompasses handling HR functions for diverse groups, including sales, manufacturing, and clinical operations, making her a well-rounded HR professional.