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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$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $250K *

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$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$450K - $500K+*

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$450K - $500K+*

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

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$125K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $183K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Transform the Life Sciences landscape by leading high-impact commercial strategy engagements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to redefine client approaches, ensuring human-centered solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming Life Sciences commercial strategies by integrating human-centered design and AI solutions, guiding clients through complex challenges from launch to market maturity, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Shape the future of Life Sciences by leading high-impact commercial strategy engagements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop human-centered solutions that drive market access, pricing...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $126K *

Help us drive customer success by managing a high-volume portfolio, ensuring renewals and upsell opportunities while fostering strong relationships and delivering measurable value in a fast-paced envi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $117K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving strategic growth by building strong customer relationships. As a Major Account Manager, you'll leverage your expertise to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring c...

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  •   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.