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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$100K - $125K *

Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $118K *

Drive growth by managing key accounts in retail and food service, enhancing partnerships through strategic solutions and innovative approaches. Engage stakeholders at all levels to deliver measurable...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Optimize user experience by managing Salesforce administration, enhancing platform functionality, and driving user adoption. Collaborate with teams to support business needs and ensure seamless integr...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$156K - $214K *

Transform the digital landscape for Medical Affairs by owning product vision, prioritizing backlogs, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with experts to deliver insights and enhance engagement throug...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower client success by managing onboarding and project delivery, ensuring clients realize software value. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive adoption, satisfaction, and long-term relationships...

Cleveland, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $192K *

Drive demand in Dermatology by educating healthcare providers and optimizing business opportunities. Engage in clinical selling, manage accounts, and achieve sales goals while fostering relationships...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $140K *

Contribute to transformative projects in Life Sciences by optimizing quality processes and driving organizational change through technology, data, and AI for enhanced patient outcomes...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $120K *

Elevate client relationships by managing healthcare accounts, leveraging product knowledge, and driving adoption of solutions to enhance outcomes and satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to address cl...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $205K *

Drive sales growth by developing strategic account plans, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals, and navigating complex environments to ensure product access and utilization in the kid...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining strategic planning in healthcare. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative, multichannel strategies, driving insights and brand growth while leading diverse project...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $183K *

Transform your career by leading strategic account management in the global IVD market. Drive growth, build partnerships, and negotiate complex deals while collaborating across functions to deliver su...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $160K *

Drive the commercial operations function to optimize performance, enhance revenue systems, and execute data-driven initiatives. Lead cross-functional growth efforts while ensuring accurate forecasting...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the North American sales strategy for portable measurement solutions, driving growth through direct and indirect channels. Foster a high-performance culture while maximizing market coverage and c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic strategy team to analyze oncology and specialty care initiatives, building models and providing insights that guide leadership decisions across various commercial segments...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $150K *

Lead the strategy and execution of marketing programs to enhance member experience throughout their journey, ensuring clear communication and engagement across all touchpoints while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engage and develop strategic relationships to drive sales growth in the insurance sector. Utilize your expertise in crop insurance to meet and exceed sales goals while fostering key agent partnerships...

Iowa, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $185K *

Shape the future of healthcare strategy by leading brand initiatives, mentoring talent, and driving impactful storytelling to elevate strategic excellence across teams and agency collaborations...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform the clinical supply chain by executing key activities for global clinical studies, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Manage logistics, inventory, and vendor relations while collaborat...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving sales growth in Interventional Cardiology by executing strategic business plans, cultivating key relationships, and delivering exceptional product knowledge to enhance custo...

New Jersey, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $243K *

Shape the future of customer data management by leveraging your expertise to deliver strategic insights and solutions that drive business value for clients while collaborating with cross-functional te...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales role focused on oncology solutions, driving account growth and fostering relationships with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care through innovative tu...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $222K *

Empower the clinical site management team from initiation to closure, ensuring effective monitoring and sponsor engagement. Drive results while fostering a collaborative and professional environment...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $178K *

Lead strategic client relationships for complex accounts, ensuring satisfaction and growth. Drive financial goals through proactive management and collaboration, while operating autonomously to optimi...

San Diego, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $259K *

Inspire high-performing sales teams while driving impactful solutions for mid-sized Public Sector organizations. Utilize coaching, strategic problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.