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.

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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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$99K - $136K *

Develop strategic sales initiatives to achieve revenue goals, manage customer relationships, and oversee technical support for multiple product lines while demonstrating leadership in a remote work en...

Georgia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales success through strategic coordination and collaboration. You'll lead in-field teams, implement sales plans, and enhance team performance while navigating...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $156K *

Shape the future of AI Services by owning product strategy and execution. Collaborate with engineering teams to define agentic capabilities, drive tool strategies, and establish AI quality standards t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $500K *

Take ownership of developing and maintaining broker relationships to drive wholesale and correspondent mortgage loan sales. Collaborate with brokers to ensure smooth loan processes and compliance, whi...

Orange, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$153K - $268K *

Empower your career by leading bio sample operations across clinical studies. Oversee end-to-end processes, ensuring compliance and quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams and external...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of global account strategies, driving transformation and growth for enterprise clients by orchestrating cross-functional teams and collaborating with executive stakeholders to meet stra...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $165K *

Unlock the potential of our Marketing SaaS ecosystem by collaborating with stakeholders to optimize the lead-to-opportunity process, ensuring seamless integration and data integrity across systems whi...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$177K - $338K *

Innovate the global medical strategy for a leading drug program. Drive launch readiness, evidence generation, and cross-functional partnerships while serving as the primary medical voice in product li...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $186K *

Help us elevate customer experiences by leading complex research initiatives that inform strategic decisions. You'll drive insights using qualitative and quantitative methods while mentoring a team in...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Manage implementation projects, ensuring clear ownership and accountability across complex customer engagements while maintaining rigorous oversight of critical paths and deliverables for timely launc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $132K *

Join a team that's transforming service operations for utility-scale energy storage systems. Oversee inventory, warranty processes, and warehouse logistics to ensure customer satisfaction and operatio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Reimagine business improvement strategies as a senior contributor, leading high-impact initiatives across functions. Drive alignment, governance, and measurable outcomes while influencing stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $171K *

Join a team that's focused on driving financial optimization and transforming commercial strategies. Lead efforts in budget management, contract performance, and risk mitigation while collaborating ac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $155K *

Champion product innovation by managing software initiatives that enhance internal communication and streamline operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions and d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive business growth by promoting products, managing key accounts, and achieving sales targets. Build relationships with clients and KOLs while ensuring compliance with company policies and contribut...

Raleigh, NCRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $165K *

Join us to drive the adoption of a groundbreaking product in cardiovascular care. This dynamic role requires strong sales skills and a commitment to enhancing patient outcomes through collaboration wi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leading the transformation of reimbursement strategies through analytics. Drive insights and develop methodologies to enhance competitive performance and identify strategic opportu...

Woonsocket, RIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$189K - $229K *

Transform clinical trial strategies as you lead biostatistical initiatives for oncology projects, ensuring innovative drug development through expert statistical guidance and multidisciplinary collabo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $193K *

Transform clinical operations by leading regional study delivery, ensuring quality and compliance while managing timelines and budgets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive study success a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$199K - $370K *

Lead a dynamic team of Sales Specialists to drive growth and revenue in the Risk sector. Collaborate with leadership to enhance customer engagement, implement strategic solutions, and achieve sales ta...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Analyze and improve sales operations by collaborating with leadership to enhance forecasting, pipeline management, and overall performance. Establish scalable processes, transforming data into actiona...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion scientific dialogue and collaboration in oncology research, enhancing credibility with investigators and institutions. Drive clinical trial support and facilitate medical information exchange...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Empower strategic growth by developing SLED accounts, leveraging E-rate expertise to secure opportunities before RFPs. Build relationships with key stakeholders and drive sales of Zayo's fiber infrast...

New York, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $182K *

Drive customer success by managing relationships and articulating Aetna's technology value across diverse markets. Collaborate with teams to enhance client engagement and satisfaction through innovati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving regional sales growth by developing strategic plans, managing budgets, and fostering strong customer relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize perfo...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.