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 - $130K *

Unlock growth in the food and nutraceutical sector by managing customer relationships, executing sales strategies, and driving market analysis to achieve sales goals and foster sustainable business de...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate the future of Life Sciences by driving growth and innovation. Lead a high-performing sales team to secure enterprise partnerships, leveraging SaaS and AI solutions to transform customer experi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $230K *

Drive impactful oncology product promotion by building strong relationships with key stakeholders, exceeding performance goals, and ensuring patient access to innovative therapies within your territor...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Transform patient care by driving oncology product success through strategic relationships and innovative solutions. Lead market engagement, exceed performance goals, and ensure timely access to thera...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise initiatives by leading complex projects that drive strategic outcomes, enhance governance, and align cross-functional teams. Utilize your expertise to manage risks, ensure accountab...

Indiana, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Drive innovative solutions and lead a dynamic team to enhance customer success in life sciences. Collaborate with partners, provide technical support, and ensure product excellence to accelerate R&D p...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of Field Applications Scientists to innovate solutions, enhance customer relationships, and drive product success in the life sciences sector, ensuring impac...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Drive product strategy and growth by managing the full product lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging market insights to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction in t...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in driving product strategy and growth within the NGS sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product lifecycle management and customer engagement, ensuring alignmen...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in driving product strategy and growth within the NGS sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product lifecycle management and customer engagement, ensuring alignmen...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$137K - $235K *

Engineer innovative diagnostic strategies in oncology, leading programs from biomarker hypothesis to clinical testing. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive project success and ensure regulatory com...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing key accounts within the pharmaceutical sector, driving sales growth and fostering relationships. Collaborate with teams to meet targeted objectives while adapting to indust...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive growth and establish impactful relationships in the pharmaceutical industry. Focus on managing national accounts, fostering collaboration, and achieving sales objectives to make a significant im...

Edison, NJRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $358K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in sales and customer relations. As an Account Manager, you'll engage with top clients, develop strategic partnerships, and implement solutions that enhance custo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you guide major banks and fintechs through the integration and launch of the Open USD platform, fostering partnerships and driving growth in a fast-paced environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage with leading banks and fintechs as you guide partners through integration and growth on the Open USD platform. Collaborate with product teams to enhance partner experiences and foster a thrivin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $230K *

Help us drive oncology product success by building relationships with key stakeholders, promoting innovative therapies, and ensuring patient access while exceeding performance goals in a dynamic bioph...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $105K *

Advance your career managing high-visibility projects while fostering strong relationships. Lead a dynamic team to ensure exceptional delivery aligned with client expectations and budgetary goals in a...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive the successful launch and promotion of innovative products in targeted specialty physician offices, fostering strong relationships and executing strategic marketing initiatives to achieve sales...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$60K - $109K *

Unlock new business potential by driving consultative sales, building relationships, and managing opportunities from initiation to close. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored IT solutio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $105K *

Drive sales growth in a newly established territory by building customer relationships, identifying opportunities, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver innovative solutions in life science...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $105K *

Shape the future of life sciences by driving sales growth in a newly established territory. Build strong customer relationships, identify opportunities, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $140K *

Champion growth by delivering district sales performance for SCIEX solutions, driving strategy execution and customer engagement in the Mid Atlantic region while fostering talent development and cross...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in driving district sales performance through strategic execution, relationship management, and effective team leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance growth and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Lead and drive district sales performance through strategic execution and relationship building across the Mid-Atlantic region, ensuring forecast accuracy and developing talent while achieving profita...

4 weeks 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.