Marketing Partner - Molecular & Infectious Disease

Roche; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche Diagnostics Malaysia seeks a Marketing Partner to drive strategic product marketing across Molecular and Infectious Diagnostics. You will analyze market trends, shape pricing, messaging and campaigns, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to unlock opportunities with key accounts.

The role demands proven experience in IVD marketing, molecular diagnostics (PCR/NGS), strong communication skills and a track record of delivering growth through integrated marketing plans and market

Qualifications

• Experience in marketing, product management, or commercial strategy within IVD, Clinical Diagnostics, or Life Sciences.
• Expertise in Molecular Diagnostics (PCR, NGS) essential; familiarity with Microbiology and Tissue Diagnostics preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Marketing: analyse market environment, develop strategy, segmentations, branding, pricing; rollout strategy.
• Develop yearly Marketing Plan; manage Laboratory KOLs; partner with vendors and associations.
• Product Management: Portfolio management incl. inventory and lifecycle; support quality issues; plan and execute marketing activities; create selling aids; provide 2nd line technical support; support field with presentations and market intelligence.
• Market Access & Intelligence: track market trends and competitor movements; deliver actionable insights; pursue new opportunities.

Skills

Marketing

Product management

Commercial strategy

IVD

Molecular Diagnostics

PCR

NGS

Communication

Presentation

Project management

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor/Master in Health/Biomedical/Science/Business/Marketing

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

Marketing Partner

Role Purpose

As the Marketing Partner, you are the strategic commercial force driving our Molecular and Infectious Diagnostics portfolio. You will be required to have deep understanding and experience with In-Vitro Diagnostics Solutions and technology trends in the Healthcare industry. Heavily focused on strategic products marketing and identifying qualified opportunities for Roche Diagnostics product lines. Work closely with cross functional team to identify market opportunities, drive sales, and maintain relationships in key accounts.

Core Responsibilities

Laboratory Marketing

• Analyses the evolving market environment, develops the strategy such as customer segmentations, positioning, branding, messaging, PR/communications, pricing strategy and ensures effective rollout of strategy to the marketplace
• Assist in the development of a yearly Marketing Plan which outlines marketing strategies and initiatives for the products responsible
• Laboratory KOL management and development
• Strategic partnership with 3rd party vendors and medical associations

Product Management

• Portfolio Management including inventory and product lifecycle management of instrument and reagents
• Support in product quality issues and implementation
• Support in the planning and execution of marketing activities, i.e., Product campaigns/promotions, Exhibition booth, Digital marketing initiatives, etc
• Product Training and development of selling aids and value stories
• Provide 2nd line technical support for complex evaluations and projects
• Support field force with Customer presentation/CMEs, Market intelligence, Formulation of sales arguments, Product information updates

Market Access & Intelligence

• Track market trends and competitor movements to deliver actionable insights internally, drive cross-Business Area opportunities, and secure sustainable market position
• Any other tasks or projects as assigned from time to time

Who You Are

You are an agile, strategic marketer with strong entrepreneurial drive, outstanding partnering skills, and a genuine commitment to elevating patient care.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: More than 4 years of progressive experience in marketing, product management, or commercial strategy within In-Vitro Diagnostics (IVD), Clinical Diagnostics, or Life Sciences
• Domain Focus: Expertise in Molecular Diagnostics (e.g., PCR, NGS) is essential; familiarity with Microbiology and Tissue Diagnostics is strongly preferred
• Communication & Presentation: Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills—capable of engaging clinicians, pathologists, and executive leadership with confidence
• Execution & Project Management: Track record of driving complex, high-pressure projects with ambitious milestones, supported by strong cross-functional collaboration and strategic problem-solving.
• Strategic & Analytical Mindset: Demonstrated success in market analysis, campaign ROI tracking, pricing strategy, and competitive intelligence gathering
• Education: Bachelors or Masters in Health/Biomedical/Science/Business/Marketing or equivalent experience

Join Roche Diagnostics Malaysia.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let's build a healthier future, together.

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