Account Manager, Life Sciences Jobs

Explore Account Manager roles serving organizations across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, and healthcare technology. These professionals build lasting client relationships, understand complex business needs, and connect customers with products and services that support research, clinical care, and commercial growth. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does an Account Manager in Life Sciences Do?

Life sciences account managers oversee customer relationships and help clients get value from specialized products, services, or solutions. Responsibilities may include managing strategic accounts, identifying customer needs, coordinating product demonstrations, supporting renewals, developing account plans, and working with sales, scientific, technical, and customer success teams. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on hospitals, laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, research institutions, or distributors.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for consultative selling, account planning, negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. Familiarity with life sciences markets, regulated environments, clinical or laboratory workflows, and complex purchasing processes can be valuable. Some roles require experience in a specific product area, such as diagnostics, laboratory equipment, biopharma services, or medical technology. A degree in business, biology, life sciences, or a related field may be preferred, alongside a record of meeting revenue or retention goals.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Account Manager, Life Sciences positions range from managing a defined territory to leading relationships with large, strategic customers. With experience, professionals may advance into senior account management, strategic accounts, sales leadership, business development, or commercial operations. Compensation varies by employer, location, specialization, and level of responsibility; featured Ladders jobs meet the site’s $100,000-and-above salary threshold.

Find Account Manager, Life Sciences Jobs on Ladders

Search vetted openings and compare roles by location, employer, and specialization. Review each listing for salary details, account scope, required industry experience, and travel expectations to identify opportunities aligned with your background and career goals.

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$125K - $150K *

Innovate global CMC regulatory strategies and submissions for biological products. Ensure high-quality compliance with US and Canadian regulations, while collaborating cross-functionally to manage lif...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K *

Transform the Eye Care Provider Division by driving sales growth and client relationships in your territory. Leverage consultative selling to promote innovative ZEISS products, ensuring effective terr...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Elevate cross-functional collaboration by managing complex initiatives, ensuring readiness, and driving execution visibility. Foster alignment among teams to achieve business outcomes with predictabil...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enterprise sales by hunting new logos within the Life Sciences sector. Build relationships with Salesforce partners to enhance co-selling opportunities while managing your own pipel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $190K *

Champion the future of physical operations by leveraging IoT data to drive business transformation for mid-sized clients. Navigate complex sales processes, engage multiple stakeholders, and educate cu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Champion innovative account engagement strategies across the Americas, driving execution of tailored ABM programs. Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to enhance customer experiences and accele...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate your career by driving business growth as a critical point of contact. Utilize your expertise in sales and customer relations to provide integrated solutions for clients across various indust...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Accelerate your career by driving new business growth and managing enterprise client relationships. Leverage your expertise in managed sales solutions to exceed targets and optimize sales processes in...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$148K - $222K *

Pioneer advanced analytics strategies to optimize omnichannel investments, translating global performance data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable com...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $169K *

Champion revenue growth by building strategic customer partnerships and delivering innovative protein fortification solutions across the U.S. and Canada, while executing sales strategies and managing...

Arizona, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$128K - $176K *

Take ownership of scientific partnerships with healthcare professionals, driving evidence generation and strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient care and strengthen scientif...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive sales in the Neurosurgery product line, achieving revenue targets through strategic planning, relationship building, and exceptional customer service in a dynamic operating ro...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Engage with a dynamic team to drive customer success and satisfaction in the life sciences sector. This hybrid role combines technical expertise and relationship management, ensuring clients maximize...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $220K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive client advocacy and revenue growth by managing a portfolio of existing accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client experience, track performance, and identify expansion o...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $166K *

Shape the future of telecommunications by managing and growing key accounts. Build strong relationships, drive product adoption, and identify growth opportunities to deliver innovative solutions that...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$113K - $128K *

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Sacramento, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $157K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $145K *

Optimize commercial accounting processes by managing revenue, inventory, and accounts receivable. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and drive process impro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving client success in oncology. As a key leader, you'll manage relationships, oversee project delivery, and foster growth across a diverse portfolio, ensuring high...

Philadelphia, PARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $175K *

Lead strategic initiatives to enhance customer success for high-value enterprise accounts, fostering long-lasting partnerships, driving engagement, and optimizing retention while managing a high-perfo...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $138K *

Elevate client relationships by leading innovative benefits consulting that transforms industry standards. Champion strategic execution and mentor teams while navigating complex challenges to deliver...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving client success and commercial growth by managing strategic relationships, identifying upsell opportunities, and ensuring client satisfaction across a diverse portfolio in th...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Join a team that's focused on strategic account management and business development. You'll cultivate relationships with key customers in the Home, Garden & Personal Care sectors, driving growth and d...

New Jersey, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Account Manager, Life Sciences do?question toggle

    An Account Manager in Life Sciences manages customer relationships and helps clients use relevant products or services. Typical duties include account planning, understanding customer needs, coordinating internal resources, supporting renewals, and identifying opportunities for growth.

  • What industries hire life sciences account managers?question toggle

    Employers include biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, medical device and diagnostics businesses, laboratory suppliers, healthcare technology firms, research organizations, and life sciences service providers.

  • What qualifications are common for Account Manager, Life Sciences jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value customer-facing sales or account management experience, knowledge of life sciences markets, strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex accounts. Some positions prefer a degree in business, biology, life sciences, or a related discipline.

  • How much do Account Manager, Life Sciences jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay depends on the employer, location, experience, specialization, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find vetted Account Manager, Life Sciences jobs?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted Account Manager, Life Sciences openings paying $100,000 or more, and review each listing for role requirements, location, compensation, and travel expectations.