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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$80K - $95K *

Drive growth as you manage a key account, enhancing strategies and relationships to secure new and existing business while achieving sales goals and enhancing customer satisfaction on a national or in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$210K - $258K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Engagement Manager, leading complex consulting projects for pharmaceutical clients. Drive strategic medical initiatives, foster client relationships, and mentor teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $196K *

Accelerate your career in this critical leadership role overseeing automation systems engineering for a 24/7 manufacturing operation, driving performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of au...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$24K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance client relationships and drive sales growth. Leverage your expertise in account management to deliver exceptional customer experiences and support business development i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at key pharmaceutical accounts by consulting with clients, driving strategic growth, and delivering integrated solutions. Leverage strong interpersonal skills to navigate complex s...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$62K - $97K *

Join a team that elevates animal health solutions by driving sales growth through strategic customer interactions and relationship-building within your designated territory. Utilize market insights to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $115K *

Join a global finance team as a Senior Accountant, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, collaborating on audits, and driving process improvements while gaining industry exposure and devel...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $185K *

Unlock strategic execution and operational excellence by collaborating across R&D Quality, Audit, and Operational Excellence to drive meaningful initiatives, manage program priorities, and enhance bus...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $180K *

Manage strategic enterprise account relationships, driving their retention and growth. Leverage technical expertise for resolutions, align teams for successful onboarding, and translate customer insig...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful medical communications. As a Senior Account Manager, you'll lead strategic projects for pharmaceutical clients, ensuring quality and timely executi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate marketing efforts by building a robust strategy, managing content, and driving engagement with life sciences audiences through compelling narratives and events. Collaborate with leadership to...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $215K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to lead complex operational initiatives, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans. Drive governance, risk management, and performance monitoring to enh...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $125K *

Contribute to global commercial growth initiatives by leading operations and engagement across diverse teams, developing effective strategies for execution, performance monitoring, and continuous impr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $144K *

Manage relationships and drive sales growth within Analytical and Scientific research accounts, utilizing technical expertise to provide tailored solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance...

South San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $144K *

Drive sales growth and foster customer relationships in analytical and scientific markets. Leverage product expertise to support clientele while executing innovative strategies that enhance business o...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing oncology care by promoting innovative treatments, building strong relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving patient access to essential therapi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative marketing strategies for a diagnostics portfolio, driving customer engagement and sales enablement through compelling narratives and data-driven insights while...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Partner with us to shape innovative marketing strategies for our diagnostics portfolio, driving customer engagement and sales enablement through compelling narratives and data-driven insights. Elevate...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Unlock innovative marketing strategies for healthcare diagnostics. Lead portfolio positioning, drive sales enablement, and leverage market insights to enhance customer engagement and brand leadership...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare marketing by developing strategic narratives and positioning for diagnostics portfolios. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer engagement and drive impactful sale...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading marketing strategies for a diagnostics portfolio. Drive customer engagement through compelling narratives, market insights, and sales enablement while collaborating with...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Advance marketing strategies for a diagnostics portfolio, driving customer engagement and sales enablement through compelling narratives and data-driven insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to opt...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Lead the development of innovative marketing strategies for a diagnostics portfolio, enhancing customer engagement through compelling narratives and sales enablement. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $285K *

Drive strategic payer engagement for optimal access to healthcare products across the Southeast. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure favorable reimbursement and build relationships with...

Florida, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Tackle the challenge of expanding sales in the infection prevention and biosurgery market. Engage with healthcare professionals, provide product education, and drive territory growth while achieving s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.