Product Marketing Manager

Ellison Institute of Technology; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

The Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford tackles humanity’s greatest challenges by turning science and technology into impactful global solutions. Focused on areas like health, food security, sustainable agriculture, climate change, clean energy, and AI-driven government innovation, EIT Oxford blends groundbreaking research with practical applications to deliver lasting results.

A cornerstone of EIT Oxford’s mission is its upcoming 300,000-square-foot research facility at the Oxford Science Park, set to open in 2027. This cutting-edge campus will feature advanced labs, an oncology and preventative care clinic, and collaborative spaces to strengthen its partnership with the University of Oxford. It will also host the Ellison Scholars, driving innovation for societal benefit.

The Pathogen Mission highlights EIT’s transformative approach, using Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) and Oracle’s cloud technology to create a global pathogen metagenomics system. This initiative aims to improve diagnostics, provide early epidemic warnings, and guide treatments by profiling antimicrobial resistance. The goal is to deliver certified diagnostic tools for widespread use in labs, hospitals, and public health.

EIT Oxford fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and resilience, valuing diverse expertise to drive sustainable solutions to humanity’s enduring challenges.

EIT is seeking a detail-driven and strategic Product Marketing Manager to lead the development and execution of marketing strategies for EIT Pathogena and other groundbreaking products. Reporting to the Programme Director, you will work closely with the Head of Product, Communications Manager, and Customer Engagement Executive to ensure marketing efforts align with product development and programme goals. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the success of our Whole Genome Sequencing-based clinical tools, helping to tackle endemic and epidemic infectious diseases worldwide. If you're passionate about innovative marketing, global health, and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you! This would be an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking for a step up in their marketing career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop clear, compelling and impactful product positioning and messaging that differentiates the product in the market.
• Collaborate with the product and customer teams to gather insights on customer needs, market trends and sales and competitor offerings.
• Create messaging frameworks to convey the products value propositions effectively to different customer segments.
• Produce comprehensive product materials, including product guides, customer resources, and website content.
• Partner with the communications and events team to enhance customer engagement and deliver exceptional experiences at events.
• Collaborate closely with the customer success team to gain insights into customer needs, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure cohesive product life cycle management.
• Any additional duties or tasks, commensurate with job role.
• Support with external events, including producing marketing materials, and attending where necessary.

Essential & Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience in product marketing, marketing strategy, or a similar role, ideally within life sciences, healthcare or technology.
• Demonstrable B2B or B2D (doctor) experience, within MedTech, HealthTech, Biotech or similar.
• Understanding of product positioning, customer engagement strategies and competitor landscape mapping.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product management, customer success, and communications.
• Experience in developing compelling product positioning and messaging that differentiates products and resonates with target audiences.
• Proficient in creating product materials, guides, customer resources, and website content that clearly communicates value propositions.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools and data analysis platforms.
• Strong communication skills with high levels of confidence speaking to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work positively in a fast pace, high pressure and demanding environment.
• Experience working in a start-up culture would be an added benefit, and willingness to get involved with other additional projects.

We offer the following salary and benefits:

• Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum (depending on experience) + bonus + travel allowance.
• Enhanced holiday pay.
• Pension.
• Life Assurance.
• Income Protection.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Hospital Cash Plan.
• Therapy Services.
• Perk Box.

Why work for EIT:

At the Ellison Institute, we believe a collaborative, inclusive team is key to our success. We are building a supportive environment where creative risks are encouraged, and everyone feels heard. Valuing emotional intelligence, empathy, respect, and resilience, we encourage people to be curious and to have a shared commitment to excellence. Join us and make an impact!

Terms of Appointment:

• You must have the right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary.
• You will live in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford.
• During peak periods, some longer hours may be required and some working across multiple time zones due to the global nature of the programme.