Subchapter Lead, Head of Pathology

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The Position

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.

Roche is the world’s #1 provider of companion diagnostics and offers unrivaled experience in developing and commercializing predictive diagnostics that enable personalized treatment strategies for cancer patients. We offer unique opportunities for pathologists interested in playing a role in the development and implementation of new assays critical to our goal of providing more patient access to innovative new therapies.

The Opportunity

As the Subchapter Lead in Clinical Development, Head of Pathology, you will stand at the intersection of cutting-edge science and people leadership. Based in our Tucson, AZ campus, you will lead a world-class team of pathologists dedicated to shaping the future of diagnostics and targeted cancer therapies.

In this role, you provide strategic and scientific leadership while overseeing pathology operations that support more than 100 new and existing product development initiatives and enhancements annually across Primary Antibodies, Special Stains, Digital Pathology, Companion Diagnostics and Instruments. Your team plays a critical role in enabling innovative diagnostics that support precision medicine and targeted cancer therapies worldwide.

In this role, you aren't just managing—you are mentoring, inspiring, and working hands-on with leading-edge technologies to transform patient care globally.

• People Leadership & Development: Direct, mentor, and foster the professional growth of  Instrua highly specialized team of pathologists and 6-7 team leaders. Drive a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Medical oversight for day to day Path Lab activities.

• Scientific & Clinical Strategy: Serve as the pathology subject matter expert within the Companion Diagnostics & Oncology business unit, ensuring scientific rigor and clinical relevance in all assay development programs.

• Advanced Assay Development: Guide the team in the development, validation, and implementation of complex assays utilizing top-tier technologies including:

  • Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH)

  • Immunofluorescence (IF) and Multiplex assays

  • Digital Pathology and AI-driven image analysis

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with life science companies, clinical trial teams, regulatory bodies, and internal R&D stakeholders

• Innovation Champion: Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging pathology technologies to maintain Roche’s position as the market leader in companion diagnostics and oncology 

Who You Are:

You are a visionary leader who balances deep clinical expertise with a passion for developing people. You thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and are motivated by the tangible impact your work has on cancer patients worldwide.

• You are a MD with US Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology 

• You have 10+ years of people management and leadership within a pharmaceutical, diagnostics, or major academic or medical center environment.

• You have deep expertise in oncology pathology and hands-on experience with tissue-based biomarkers (IHC, ISH, Multiplex).

• You have strong familiarity with development processes including digital pathology workflows, image analysis tools, Clinical Case and CAP/CLIA workflows, and CDx development

• You have excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills—ability to translate complex pathology findings to non-clinical teams.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Tucson, AZ is  255,900-475,300.  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. 

This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Relocation benefits are available for this posting

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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