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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$72K - $108K *

Transform energy management by serving as the technical lead for client portfolios, ensuring optimal performance of solar systems and storage technologies while fostering strong relationships and driv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $150K *

Analyze and manage corporate portfolio growth through strategic projects and business development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive M&A initiatives and evaluate market opportunities, e...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading the Customer Success Operations team, ensuring efficient service delivery, performance management, and continuous improvement across multiple programs to enhanc...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of media and healthcare by leading integrated planning and strategy for pharmaceutical clients. Drive impactful engagement initiatives while mentoring a talente...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's passionate about transforming complex scientific data into engaging communications. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to deliver high-quality medical content and strategies...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $139K *

Drive strategic growth by managing client relationships and leading account teams. Oversee financial management and ensure team development while fostering a collaborative environment to enhance agenc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $140K *

Shape the future of supply chain analytics by leveraging AI and data science expertise to develop innovative solutions that enhance decision-making and user productivity across the organization...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $126K *

Lead the charge in managing complex customer projects, ensuring alignment with objectives and standards while driving operational and financial performance across multiple accounts and stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving renewals and expansion within top-tier enterprise accounts. This senior role demands strategic navigation of complex organizations, fostering executive relationships, and l...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive growth by owning the full sales cycle in B2B SaaS. Generate pipeline, run demos, and navigate negotiations to close net-new business, all while collaborating with leadership in a dynamic, fast-p...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Transform the future of energy management by leveraging innovative software solutions to drive sales growth and sustainability outcomes for clients in both public and private sectors. Build strong rel...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving growth by owning the full sales cycle, from generating leads to closing deals. Collaborate with founders and product teams to enhance our sales strategy and deliver exceptio...

Bellevue, WARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$167K - $183K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

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Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$189K - $315K *

Lead the charge in transforming Oncology Field Access & Reimbursement strategies, coaching a dedicated team to enhance patient access and engagement across the East region while ensuring compliance an...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Transform software delivery by managing cross-functional teams, aligning sprints, and optimizing project timelines. Drive clarity in processes and foster collaboration to ensure successful product exe...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform legal operations by leading technology assessments and implementations. Collaborate with clients to enhance contracting processes, leveraging expertise in CLM and AI solutions while mentorin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Drive product innovation in healthcare revenue cycle management by optimizing eligibility verification and enhancing payer connections. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure effective...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate client relationships as a strategic leader, driving retention and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional service and develop high-performing teams focused on cl...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$117K - $161K *

Innovate and drive sales growth by securing new business opportunities in the aerospace and defense sectors, focusing on advanced motion control solutions for UAVs and other defense platforms while bu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$203K - $275K *

Champion a high-performing content and audience strategy team, driving enterprise-wide initiatives that connect audience needs with scalable content solutions across multiple channels and governance f...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by managing and expanding relationships with large enterprise clients. Drive strategic account growth and new business development in the SAP ecosystem, ensuring client satisfaction a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming women's health by driving sales in OB/GYN and maternal-fetal medicine. You'll manage the full sales cycle, leveraging existing relationships to expand our reach and ens...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion the execution of innovative experiential marketing campaigns, overseeing event planning, client relationships, and team leadership to drive growth and deliver exceptional brand experiences ac...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.