Careers

About GT Molecular

GT Molecular is a fast-growing biotechnology company and Stanford University spin-out headquartered in beautiful Fort Collins, Colorado. We deliver ultrasensitive multiplex digital PCR (dPCR) and qPCR assays powered by our proprietary chemistry—enabling superior sensitivity, robust multiplexing, and reliable detection at low concentrations. Our platforms support end-to-end testing services and commercial kits for oncology research, pathogen detection (SARS-CoV-2, Influenza, RSV, mpox, Polio, Measles, and more), illicit drug monitoring in wastewater, microbial source tracking, and emerging environmental testing (including PFAS/forever chemicals).

Our mission drives public health, environmental surveillance, and cancer research forward. With recent milestones like our CLIA laboratory, CDC’s NWSS Multi-Pathogen Assay Development Contract, expanding environmental services, and new hires in lab management and bioinformatics, we’re at a pivotal growth stage needing strong operational leadership to scale our proprietary dPCR technology across services and kits.

The Role

As Head of Operations, you will own and scale day-to-day execution across manufacturing, laboratory services, supply chain, quality, and facilities. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll build professional operations infrastructure to support rapid growth in PCR kit production and NGS / digital PCR testing services—with a focus on high-throughput workflows, operationalizing our proprietary dPCR chemistry for consistent performance, efficiency, compliance, and scalability in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead PCR kit manufacturing, including scaling production of multiplex dPCR and qPCR panels incorporating our proprietary chemistry (enzymes, formulations, and reagents); manage supply chain/vendor relationships, inventory, lot-to-lot consistency, and quality to meet demand from CLIA labs, academics, municipalities, and public health partners.
• Optimize operations for microbiology and high-risk testing services, with emphasis on routine wastewater surveillance for pathogens and small molecules (e.g., illicit drugs) using our ultrasensitive dPCR platform and proprietary chemistry in CLIA/high-complexity labs; drive high-throughput workflow efficiency, capacity planning during volume surges, 24–48 hour turnaround, chain-of-custody, and biosafety (BSL-2+) compliance.
• Drive technology transfer from R&D to Operations (including new dPCR assays and chemistry enhancements) and oversee implementation of LIMS systems to enhance throughput, data management, and process automation.
• Collaborate closely with the part-time CLIA consultant (serving as Laboratory Director) and lab teams to integrate lab ops with company-wide processes—focusing on throughput, cost control, resource allocation, and non-technical scaling during growth phases.
• Oversee quality systems and regulatory compliance (CLIA, CAP, ISO 13485, FDA EUA/IVD pathways, or similar highly regulated environments a strong plus), risk management, and continuous improvement across manufacturing and services, ensuring proprietary chemistry integrity and assay performance.
• Drive cross-functional alignment (e.g., quality, facilities, IT, automation, project management) with R&D, sales, bioinformatics, and finance to support revenue growth, forecast needs, and enable new service lines (e.g., deep sequencing and PFAS/environmental testing).
• Build and mentor a growing operations team (production, lab ops, logistics, quality) with experience scaling high-throughput operations preferred.
• Implement tools to eliminate bottlenecks, drive cost/efficiency gains, and manage budgets effectively.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of progressive operations leadership in life sciences, ideally in molecular diagnostics, genomics, PCR/NGS manufacturing, clinical/reference labs, or biotech services (experience scaling operations during rapid growth a plus).
• Leadership of high-throughput core facilities (e.g., NGS, mass spectrometry, proteomics, or molecular diagnostics cores) strongly preferred, with hands-on experience NGS, PCR multiplex assays, proprietary enzyme/chemistry platforms, pathogen/small molecule detection, technology transfer, and LIMS implementation also valued.
• Strong knowledge of regulated workflows and quality/regulatory standards (CLIA/CAP, ISO 15189/13485, FDA oversight, or multi-site lab management a plus).
• Proven ability to deliver fast turnaround in service labs and scale production without compromising quality.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills; comfortable working with scientific founders/CEOs and empowering technical teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Business); PhD, HCLD certification, or MBA preferred.
• Fort Collins/Colorado-based or willing to relocate; excited about public health impact and the collaborative foothills lifestyle.

What We Offer

• Base salary range: $160,000–$220,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Meaningful equity (ownership in a growing company), performance-based bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match
• High-impact role with direct CEO access during a key growth phase
• Collaborative culture in scenic Fort Collins—outdoor access, innovative biotech community

How to Apply Send your resume and a brief note on why you’re passionate about scaling molecular diagnostics and wastewater/environmental testing operations to careers@gtmolecular.com (or apply via LinkedIn). Please include “Head of Operations” in the subject line. We encourage diverse applicants.

GT Molecular is an equal opportunity employer. We look forward to hearing from you!

Do you thrive in an environment where your impact makes a BIG difference – not just a drop in the bucket. Are you a relationship builder, wired to know everyone and everything about your market? Do you naturally connect people and can’t walk away from a new meeting without adding value in some form? Do people seek you out? – If you don’t know the answer, then you know how to find it – and you ALWAYS deliver.

Do you want to work in a fast-paced, energizing environment with an interdisciplinary team of biochemists, programmers and oncologists?

Would you like using your technical education and training to introduce people to GT Molecular’s unique assay technology in a variety of interesting markets for both cancer diagnostics and pathogen detection?

Then, come join us at GT Molecular! We’re a growing biotechnology company, headquartered in Colorado, and passionate about developing high-performance NGS, dPCR, and qPCR assays to detect cancer and harmful pathogens.

Territory Sales Manager

This is an great opportunity for the right person to significantly contribute to the success of our company while educating customers about our novel assays for detecting harmful pathogens and assisting with cancer research.

This position requires good scientific knowledge and sales experience along with the desire to help us get the word out about our technology and products.

Compensation: The base compensation for the Territory Account Manager in the East Coast Area role starts at $105,000 – $135,000 + attractive commission structure + equity; actual pay will be adjusted based on skills and experience. Employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off, Holidays, Health benefits, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Managing all sales activities with customers and distribution partners in your territory
• Applications support, business development and consultative selling
• Consistently and accurately leads sales process in territory – including sales forecasting, pipeline management and sales tracking. Coordinates resources and personally engages key customers GTM’s line of NGS, digital PCR and qPCR kits and testing services.
• Develops and maintains deep current knowledge of molecular diagnostics and WBE markets, products and buying practices. Applies product and application knowledge across the portfolio to effectively apply consultative and strategic selling presentations. Understands our customer goals, priorities and challenges such that GTM’s solutions are best positioned to address customer needs.
• Creatively prospecting for new accounts in a variety of industries

Education/Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related field; or the equivalent knowledge and experience. A Master’s or MBA degree is a plus
• A demonstrated successful track record in pitching and completing deals with biopharma, testing labs, including contacts at the higher levels of large pharma (Senior Director, VP, SVP, C-level)
• A desire to help customers discover our unique solutions that improve their lives and those of their patients and community
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work flexible shifts / strong part-time applicants will be considered
• Residence in specified territory is a must, with up to 50% travel required and knowledge of accounts in territory is preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of 2+ years sales experience in Life Science preferred. Similar field application support experience will be considered.
• Cancer diagnostic sales experience a big plus
• Extensive knowledge of NGS, digital PCR, and/or qPCR assays and testing required
• Experience in the clinical space is a plus

Desired:

• Proficiency and sales experience with genomics, NGS (next generation sequencing), molecular diagnostics, and/or pathology/ immunohistochemistry.
• Experience with biotech/pharma and/or pharma service providers is highly valued.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age over 40, genetic information, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Application Procedure:

To apply for the position, please submit the following in a PDF format and send to careers@gtmolecular.com

• Letter of motivation
• Resume highlighting relevant qualifications and experience
• Subject line: Territory Sales Manager – Northeast (or Southeast) US

Applications without a Letter of Motivation will not be considered

If selected to participate in the interview process, the names and contact information of three professional references who are able to assess your suitability for the position in terms of the specified requirements will be requested.

Featured benefits

Medical insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree

• No need for visa sponsorship