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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$149K - $202K *

Empower cross-functional teams to deliver innovative AI-driven marketing solutions, translating business needs into practical workflows. Lead transformation initiatives while ensuring measurable outco...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $202K *

Lead the transformation and execution of AI marketing capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design data-driven workflows, product strategies, and measurable outcomes that optimize...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Engage in the dynamic world of biopharma, mastering both scientific expertise and business acumen. Drive growth through customer outreach, contract negotiation, and collaboration with marketing to ele...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's poised to innovate in biopharmaceuticals by engaging prospective clients and driving business opportunities through strategic networking and market outreach, while enhancing brand a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $178K *

Shape the future of life sciences consulting by solving complex challenges for clients. Leverage your expertise in analytics and strategy to enhance service offerings and foster strong client relation...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $178K *

Deliver innovative solutions in the Life Sciences sector by leveraging data analytics and strategic insights to address complex client challenges, while fostering strong relationships and enhancing se...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $178K *

Transform the life sciences consulting landscape by delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges. Collaborate with clients to enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic initiatives in...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $178K *

Drive impactful consulting solutions in the Life Sciences sector, leveraging data analytics and strategic insights to address complex challenges. Collaborate with clients to enhance operational compli...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $178K *

Innovate solutions for complex challenges in the Life Sciences sector, leveraging data analytics and strategic insights to enhance client operations and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $178K *

Elevate client solutions by leveraging data analytics and strategic insights to address complex challenges in the Life Sciences sector, while fostering strong relationships and driving operational exc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $178K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative solutions in life sciences consulting, tackling complex challenges for clients in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors while leveraging data analytics a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $178K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative solutions in life sciences consulting. Collaborate with clients to tackle complex challenges, enhance operational strategies, and deliver impactful insights acro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $178K *

Elevate your career by solving complex challenges in the Life Sciences sector. Collaborate with clients to develop innovative strategies and operational solutions, leveraging data analytics to drive i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $135K *

Help us drive innovation in digital health solutions by exceeding sales targets, developing strategic partnerships, and engaging with key stakeholders to enhance our market position and deliver value...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform portfolio management by overseeing study delivery, ensuring quality and operational alignment. Lead client governance, analyze performance metrics, and drive risk management to enhance proje...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee portfolio health, ensuring quality and operational alignment across studies. Drive performance visibility, manage risks, and facilitate client governance while fostering...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $139K *

Oversee site activation and start-up activities for global clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and timelines while managing multiple studies in a fast-paced environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $119K *

Partner with us to lead client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and operational excellence. Manage onboarding, project delivery, and service performance while collaborating across teams to drive s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage oncology accounts, educate specialists, and drive patient support initiatives. Leverage your expertise in molecular testing and oncology to enhance treatment pathways...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $163K *

Join a team dedicated to driving complex projects in the Biotech sector. You'll lead cross-functional teams and ensure project success while adhering to industry standards and best practices to meet o...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $130K *

Drive sales success by executing strategic territory plans, building relationships with healthcare professionals, and leveraging digital tools to enhance customer engagement and product utilization...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Champion sales excellence by executing strategic plans, building relationships with healthcare professionals, and leveraging insights to enhance customer engagement and drive product utilization in a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Engage healthcare professionals by executing strategic sales plans, leveraging AI insights, and building strong relationships to maximize sales in your territory while adapting to emerging technologie...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales success by building relationships with healthcare providers, leveraging insights, and executing strategic plans to maximize product utilization and customer engageme...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Elevate sales performance by developing and executing strategic territory plans, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals, and leveraging market insights to drive results in a dynamic, co...

6 days 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.