Kathryn Thornton

Kathryn Thornton is a Sample Operations Manager at SpringWorks Therapeutics since April 2022, specializing in biomarker operational management for clinical programs focused on rare diseases and cancer. Prior to this role, Kathryn worked at Labcorp Drug Development from September 2016 to April 2022, progressing through various positions including Senior Operations Supervisor and Workflow Lead, where responsibilities included supervising the Clinical Trials Specimen Management Team and overseeing operations to ensure the implementation of Global Sample Management strategies. Earlier experience includes roles as a Student Lab Assistant at The Allan Laboratory, Pharmacy Technician at Meijer Pharmacy, Personal Assistant at Enlyt Media, and Student Recruiter and Coaches Assistant for the University of Illinois Football Team. Kathryn holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Integrative Biology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, obtained in 2016.