Director Cell Therapy and Gene Therapy, CPC Biotech

Dover-Corporation; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Parental leave

Wellness program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Colder Products Company (CPC Biotech) in Minnesota seeks a strategic Biotech Market Lead to shape our Cell Therapy and Gene Therapy segments. You’ll guide product strategy, partner with product management, marketing, and sales, and drive global initiatives from the drug manufacturer to OEMs. Travel up to 25% is required.

You’ll influence pricing, roadmap planning, and market messaging while partnering with industry associations to elevate CPC Biotech’s leadership in life sciences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences and/or business
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in technology/product development
• 5+ years in the biopharma market
• Experience/education in cell culture, cell therapy, gene therapy
• Engineering design/automation experience
• Proven strategic thinking skills
• Creative problem solver
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience with fluid‑handling products/single‑use technology
• Experience working with and understanding OEM and distribution channel dynamics

Responsibilities

• Become the SME regarding customer expectations and global market requirements for Cell Therapy and Gene Therapy markets.
• Develop understanding of products sold into biopharma/CT/GT markets; understand global/regional strategies of CPC Biotech competitors and customers.
• Develop and implement annual and long-term strategic plans to grow assigned segments.
• Collaborate with connector, pump and sensor directors, product management and sales/application teams to meet customer needs.
• Address automation desires in the single-use connection process in drug manufacturing.
• Define strategies for pumps and sensors to enable automated drug manufacturing.
• Collaborate with PM and engineering to identify new products/improvements for CT/GT needs.
• Conduct market research and input into product roadmaps for connectors, pumps and sensors.
• Work with marketing to develop messaging and campaigns to drive leads and revenue in CT/GT segments.
• Engage with industry associations and act as CPC Biotech spokesperson internally.
• Contribute to pricing/profitability strategies.
• Promote CPC Biotech needs to global organization.
• Develop relationships with key decision makers and strategic accounts.
• Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally as needed.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Creative problem solver

Strong communication

Fluid-handling tech

OEM/distribution knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science/business

Biopharma product development experience

Job description

Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting‑edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets. But what sets us apart? Our people. We’re a team of problem‑solvers, innovators, and forward‑thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!

Your Role

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? You’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.

Responsibilities

• Become the SME (Subject Matter Expert) regarding customer expectations and global market requirements for Cell Therapy and Gene Therapy markets.
• Develop strong understanding of products sold into biopharma/CT/GT markets, understand global and regional strategies of CPC Biotech competitors and customers.
• Responsible for developing and implementing annual and long‑term strategic plans to grow assigned segments (achieved within the broader CPC Biotech goals and policies) including:
• Collaborate with connector, pump and sensor directors, product management and sales/application teams to understand customer needs and develop strategies for implementation of CPC Biotech products at the drug manufacturers and OEMs.
• Understand and address the industry’s desire for automation of the single‑use connection process within the drug manufacturing process.
• Establish strategy on how pumps and sensors help enable the evolution of an automated drug manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with product management and engineering to identify new products and product improvements necessary to meet CT/GT market segment needs.
• Conduct market research and provide customer input into our biopharma technology and product roadmaps for connectors, pumps and sensors.
• Collaborate with product management, marketing and sales on the evolution of our Win the Spec strategies at drug manufacturer, CDMO and OEM/distributor customers within the CT/GT segments.
• Work with marketing to develop key messaging necessary to speak to CT/GT segments, create technical, market specific content, and market specific campaigns to increase leads, create opportunities and drive revenue growth in global cell therapy and gene therapy segments.
• Actively participate with key industry trade/technical associations (ARM, BPSA, BPOG, etc.) and become a strong voice for CPC Biotech within strategic workstreams.
• Input into annual pricing/profitability strategies.
• Promote and train the CPC Biotech organization globally on the needs, desires, and value of assigned segments.
• Be the spokesperson and advocate for assigned markets internally within the global CPC Biotech organization.
• Develop relationships with key decision makers and strategic accounts.
• Performs other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences and/or business
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in technology/product development
• 5+ years in the biopharma market
• Experience/education in cell culture, cell therapy, gene therapy
• Engineering design/automation experience
• Proven strategic thinking skills
• Creative problem solver
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience with fluid‑handing products/single‑use technology
• Experience working with and understanding OEM and distribution channel dynamics

This role may require up to 25% of travel, domestically and internationally. Candidates should be comfortable with occasional travel as needed to support business objectives.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Our Culture

At CPC, our people aren’t just employees, they’re the driving force behind our success. We’ve built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It’s not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 6x in the past 7 years, because we genuinely care about our employees’ growth, well‑being, and success. This isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where you’ll feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day.

Growth & Development

We invest in you. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or advance your career, we’re here to support you. We offer: Mentorship, hands‑on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential. Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees. A Co‑Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands‑on industry experience. Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions, from employee loyalty awards to peer‑to‑peer recognition. Because when you succeed, we all succeed.

Work/Life Balance

We get it – work is important, but so is life outside of it. That’s why CPC ensures you have the time and flexibility to live, recharge, and give back.

Our programs include: Multiple paid‑time off programs, including vacation, sick time, company‑paid holidays, bereavement leave, and paid volunteer time to support causes you care about. Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most. Wellness support, including access to in‑person and online advisors for mental, financial, and overall well‑being. We believe that a balanced, fulfilled team creates the best workplace.

Benefits & Compensation

At CPC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well‑being, including but not limited to:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
• Company‑paid Long‑Term & Short‑Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security.
• Onsite gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy.
• Financial Benefits: 401k plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one, plus profit‑sharing to invest in your future.
• Referral bonuses – get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings.
• Pay Range: $150,000 – $175,000 / year
• Individual compensation is based on skills, experience, and qualifications related to this position.
• Bonus Eligibility: Yes
• Pay Range: USD 150000 - 175000 Annually
• This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.
• We consider several job-related, non‑discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.
• Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.