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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$180K - $210K *

Transform oncology sales strategies through driving demand and securing access for therapies. Manage complex accounts, build clinical advocacy, and deliver on strategic objectives in dynamic healthcar...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $207K *

Join a team that's transforming customer strategy through data-driven insights and analytics. As a Senior Manager, you'll enhance field execution and account performance across the Specialty Care port...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Champion market adoption and campaign success in hereditary cancer testing. Collaborate cross-functionally to create impactful materials and drive clinician engagement, ensuring scientific accuracy an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $250K *

Lead the charge in exceeding revenue goals by developing strategic sales approaches and nurturing customer relationships. Collaborate internally and externally to present tailored IT solutions that al...

Tennessee, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$210K - $235K *

Engage with healthcare providers to drive sales and support the launch of varegacestat for desmoid tumors. Build relationships, execute brand strategies, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $235K *

Lead the charge in driving territory sales for a groundbreaking oncology treatment. Build strong relationships with healthcare providers, execute strategic plans, and ensure patient-centric support wh...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $235K *

Transform territory sales by building relationships and executing strategies that prioritize patient needs and drive the adoption of innovative oncology treatments. Collaborate cross-functionally to e...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $235K *

Drive territory sales performance by building relationships with healthcare providers and executing brand strategy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure patient-centric support and achieve sales o...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $139K *

Elevate your career as an Account Manager, driving sales and business growth through solution selling in the US Petcare Division. Your expertise will create impactful relationships and manage a robust...

New York, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $144K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of life sciences consulting. Collaborate on diverse projects, enhance your analytical and leadership skills, and gain valuable insights into the pharmaceutical in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Oversee engineering projects by managing design processes, coordinating teams, and ensuring client requirements are met while delivering high-quality results on time and within budget...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by leading comprehensive compliance initiatives, managing diverse teams, and implementing effective corrective actions to enhance operational standards across pharma...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $196K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to ensure seamless product transitions and supply chain continuity. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive successful integration of engineering solutions supporting...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$265K - $300K *

Shape the future of neurodegenerative disease diagnostics by leading scientific strategy, driving research programs, and building expert networks to establish industry leadership in innovative solutio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $115K *

Innovate the recruitment landscape by sourcing top-tier executive talent, enhancing candidate experiences, and driving diversity initiatives. Collaborate with hiring managers to shape effective select...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine customer relationships by leading strategic account management, ensuring satisfaction and growth for high-value clients. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver exceptional service and dri...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Optimize customer relationships by managing strategic accounts, ensuring satisfaction and growth through proactive engagement and cross-functional coordination. Drive retention and performance while i...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's focused on driving growth and retention in strategic accounts. Manage the full sales cycle across production print offerings, leveraging your expertise to uncover new business oppor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive strategic account growth and retention in production print sales. Own the full sales cycle, manage key accounts, and identify new business opportunities while leveraging advanced print technolog...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive strategic account growth and retention in production print sales. Own the full sales cycle, engage with clients, and identify new business opportunities while leveraging advanced print technolog...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate your career by managing strategic accounts and driving growth in production print sales. Own the full sales cycle, engage with clients, and leverage your expertise to secure new business op...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engage in a dynamic sales role managing strategic accounts across print services. Drive retention and growth while identifying new business opportunities. Leverage your expertise in production print t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $205K *

Lead the charge in optimizing sample management operations by guiding staff through daily processes, ensuring compliance with best practices, and enhancing service delivery while collaborating across...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $152K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing surgical care, driving innovation in less invasive technologies. As a key contributor, you'll enhance patient outcomes by empowering healthcare professionals with cu...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $152K *

Develop and execute strategic business plans in MedTech sales, focusing on driving adoption and utilization of advanced surgical technologies. Collaborate with healthcare professionals, ensure patient...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.