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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in driving profitable growth and strategic relationships for key accounts in the automotive sector while ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and compliance with regional regulat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth and establishing key customer relationships, while executing strategic business plans and ensuring compliance in the medical device space. Collaborate with cli...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Join a dynamic sales team to drive territory growth by executing strategic plans, cultivating customer relationships, and achieving sales quotas through innovative accounts management and training ini...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $191K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic forecasting for the Cardiovascular business, leveraging data insights to influence key stakeholders and enhance commercial success through advanced analytical te...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $191K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cardiovascular forecasting. As a Senior Manager, you'll drive strategic insights, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and influence key stakeholders to en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $104K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role supporting neurosurgery and spine programs. Collaborate with surgical teams to enhance clinical outcomes, foster relationships, and leverage business acumen in a...

Victoria, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $104K *

Champion clinical excellence by providing essential support in a high-volume surgical program, building relationships with surgeons and staff, and driving business growth within a dynamic surgical env...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by managing key partnerships and delivering measurable results. This role blends strategic relationship management with consultative selling, ensuring partner success and gro...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $151K *

Reimagine customer engagement in the IoT space, driving innovative solutions for small to medium businesses. Leverage your sales expertise to navigate complex negotiations and build lasting relations...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $95K *

Transform integrated communications for vaccine brands by managing client relations, strategic planning, and digital engagement. Leverage traditional and digital strategies to drive impactful outcomes...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $95K *

Drive impactful integrated communications for vaccine clients, blending account management, strategic planning, and digital engagement. Collaborate with teams to execute campaigns that deliver measura...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $230K *

Champion the promotion of oncology products, building strong relationships with healthcare professionals to enhance patient access and drive brand success in a competitive market. Leverage clinical ex...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $224K *

Help us unlock the potential of therapeutic programs by leading project management across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely delivery, resource allocation, and clear communication with internal...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $210K *

Transform the future of patient care by exceeding sales objectives in a complex environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement marketing initiatives and drive business success in th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Optimize customer success by driving value with data-driven strategies, deep product knowledge, and collaborative execution. Shape customer journeys in life sciences while enhancing adoption of cuttin...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to oversee operations, optimize processes, and foster collaboration across departments, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in achieving business goals and supporting a thriving work e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $101K *

Innovate your sales career by driving revenue growth and building lasting customer relationships. Own your territory, manage the full sales cycle, and collaborate with teams to accelerate deals and en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $230K *

Elevate patient care by driving oncology product success through strategic relationships and innovative solutions. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure timely access to therapies while exceedin...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $228K *

Drive strategic relationships with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care in neurology. Leverage your expertise to achieve sales goals, educate stakeholders, and navigate complex healthcare...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $228K *

Lead the charge in building strategic relationships with healthcare professionals, driving sales success in the neurology sector while ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional product education...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $228K *

Transform relationships with healthcare professionals by driving sales and education in the neurology sector. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance patient care and achieve strategic busine...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $228K *

Manage and develop strategic relationships with healthcare professionals, driving sales and education in the neurology sector. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement patient-centric initiatives an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $228K *

Manage and develop strategic relationships with healthcare professionals to drive sales and education in the neurology sector. Collaborate with internal teams to implement effective business plans and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $228K *

Drive strategic account management and relationship building with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care in neurology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve sales objectives and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $228K *

Take ownership of strategic account management in rare neurology, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals to drive sales and enhance patient education. Collaborate with cross-functional...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.