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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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in the Life Sciences sector by effectively selling GEA's Valves, Pumps, and Cleaners. Build relationships, solve customer challenges, and contribute to a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing the New Vehicle Sales Department, driving team performance and customer satisfaction through effective training, strategic goal setting, and collaborative budgeting. Foster...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential by driving sales in the healthcare sector. Build relationships, educate clients, and achieve sales goals while making a meaningful impact on patient care in nursing homes and lon...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Engage with healthcare facilities to drive sales of advanced wound care products. Utilize your sales expertise to build relationships, educate users, and achieve territory goals while making a positiv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Oversee operational excellence in claims negotiation by leading multiple teams, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring compliance. Partner with leadership to enhance performance, efficiency, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $230K *

Empower your career by driving oncology product success and building impactful relationships with healthcare professionals. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance patient access and deliver innovative...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $235K *

Champion our Oncology sales efforts by building relationships, analyzing market trends, and executing strategic initiatives to exceed targets. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance pati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $88K *

Accelerate progress at expanding customer accounts by driving annual recurring revenue and enhancing retention through structured sales strategies and digital engagement, while managing a high-volume...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$155K - $194K *

Elevate program management by ensuring effective operations for clinical development teams. Collaborate with leaders to streamline processes, manage timelines, and foster a cohesive team environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $235K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving oncology sales performance while building strong relationships with healthcare providers. This role focuses on executing brand strategy and ensuring patient-cen...

3 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 for varegacestat in...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing logistics operations and asset management. Lead a dynamic team to enhance performance, drive continuous improvement, and foster collaboration across departme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $230K *

Drive impactful oncology solutions by building relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to promote innovative products, exceed performance goals, and enhance patient access while n...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by delivering value-added cost management services for a major pharmaceutical manufacturing expansion. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure project success from planning th...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading cost management for major pharmaceutical projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver value-added services throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring client obj...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of cost management by leading value-driven services for major pharmaceutical and consumer health projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery from...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by delivering value-added cost management services for a major pharmaceutical manufacturing expansion. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure project success from planning th...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $104K *

Engage top talent in the Life Sciences sector, driving R&D and commercial success. Collaborate with leaders to enhance candidate experiences while managing recruitment workflows and sensitive informat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Empower success by leading a dynamic sales team, driving innovative strategies and enhancing pipeline management to achieve targets in a fast-paced environment focused on transforming consumer goods t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead enterprise sales strategy for CPG accounts, driving revenue growth and team performance. Navigate complex buying committees and coach a high-performing sales team with a focus on ROI-based value...

Durham, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming the food system! Lead and develop a sales team to drive innovative solutions in consumer goods, shaping the future of sales and client relationships while exceeding tar...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading a high-performing sales team, driving innovative strategies, and shaping the future of consumer goods sales in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment. Join us to make a m...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Manage key accounts to enhance customer satisfaction and retention, driving upsell opportunities and strategic alignment with client needs. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure exceptional service...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic partnerships and operational excellence, ensuring customer satisfaction and growth while collaborating with executive leaders and stakeholders in a dynamic research environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $124K *

Lead the charge in driving sales for key national accounts, fostering relationships, and developing tailored promotional strategies. Utilize strong analytical skills to identify growth opportunities a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.