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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$108K - $149K *

Drive business growth in oncology by engaging healthcare professionals and stakeholders. Leverage data and digital tools to enhance customer relationships and achieve sales objectives while maintainin...

Ontario, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$60K - $100K *

Drive client satisfaction by managing operations, onboarding, and relationships. Collaborate across teams to ensure service excellence and timely project delivery while addressing complex client needs...

San Diego, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $175K *

Lead the charge in client partnerships while driving strategic growth and team development. Utilize your expertise to deliver impactful insights and solutions in a fast-paced, evolving environment, en...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by driving customer success and adoption in complex health systems. Build trusted relationships, ensure measurable outcomes, and advocate for impactful solutions that enhance pati...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Tackle sales growth and relationship management by leveraging analytics solutions for life sciences clients. Drive impactful strategies while thriving in a dynamic, consultative role focused on custom...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and drive global sourcing strategies for electro-mechanical components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance, reduce costs, and innovate product design for i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's committed to environmental solutions while managing customer relationships and driving sales growth. Your expertise will be essential in delivering tailored services to clients and...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career as a Senior Business Development Manager focused on driving growth through key partnerships and strategic opportunities in the diagnostic sector. Collaborate cross-functionally...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare strategy by managing multiple consulting engagements, guiding teams, and fostering client relationships to deliver impactful solutions in the li...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple consulting engagements, guiding teams, and fostering client relationships. Drive project success through strategic direction and mentorship while supporting busine...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K *

Drive impactful strategy consulting for leading Pharma and Medical Device firms. Manage multiple engagements, mentor consultants, and foster client relationships while supporting business development...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate growth by leading strategic life sciences accounts, driving AI deployment to enhance R&D, operations, and compliance. Leverage technical and scientific acumen to establish impactful relatio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of life sciences by managing strategic accounts and driving AI technology adoption across biopharma, medtech, and scientific services. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impact...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career by serving as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors, leveraging solutions to address complex challenges and foster long-term partnersh...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales growth in healthcare. You'll build key relationships with medical professionals, manage business plans, and enhance customer engagement while promoting in...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading cross-functional projects, driving process improvements, and fostering collaboration to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Explore innovative program management in diagnostics, leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes and operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive product devel...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $150K *

Transform healthcare sales by driving strategic initiatives and engaging key stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to exceed performance goals and enhance customer relationships in a dynamic territory...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to the success of pharmaceutical sales by executing strategic business plans, delivering impactful presentations, and optimizing customer engagement in a defined territory, while collaborat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform healthcare sales by executing strategic plans and engaging key clients. Drive success through effective presentations and resource management, while navigating complex accounts in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance client relationships and drive growth. In this role, you'll manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring customer retention and identifying new opportunities while collaborating wit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the landscape of patient care by maximizing sales and awareness of specialized products. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure compliance and enhance patient outcomes while man...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $184K *

Join a team that's redefining bioprocessing solutions in the life sciences sector. Drive sales, develop key accounts, and collaborate with a dynamic commercial team to enhance customer relationships a...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $184K *

Join a team that's driving innovative bioprocessing solutions in the life sciences sector. Leverage your sales expertise to manage key accounts and develop new opportunities across a dynamic territory...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$158K - $215K *

Shape the future of patient care by driving sales and education for rare disease treatments. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance understanding and access, while managing key accounts...

1 week 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.