Scientific Managers oversee and manage scientific research and technical projects. They strategically plan, coordinate, and guide the execution of research efforts, often managing teams of researchers and technicians.
Scientific managers are responsible for overseeing the research process, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently, securing funding for their projects, and managing team's performance.
They need excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to manage budget and resources, a strong understanding of scientific research methods, and the aptitude to lead talented scientific teams.
At Ladders, we have an expansive listing of high-paying scientific management jobs to elevate your career to the next level.
$70K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to drive effective com...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Empower your career with impactful financial and operational support for government contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance and enhancing reporting processes withi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Scientific Project Manager - Molecular
$100K - $130K *
Discover innovative solutions as a Senior Project Manager guiding biopharmaceutical assays. Lead project execution, optimize bioanalytical techniques, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive advanc...
6 days ago
Project Manager - Pharmaceutical
$90K - $120K *
Lead project management initiatives, ensuring effective execution from inception to close for the pharmaceutical sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to allocate resources, track progress...
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Project Manager - Pharmaceutical
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex pharmaceutical projects from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment between client priorities and internal resources while maintaining high morale a...
Reposted today
$70K - $95K *
Lead daily operations in a Microbiology Laboratory, ensuring compliance with standards and efficient service delivery while developing plans for scalable processes to meet customer commitments and enh...
5 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Help us transform research workflows by managing customer implementations, utilizing your scientific expertise and project management skills to ensure success from kickoff to go-live, and guiding team...
Yesterday
$75K - $95K *
Lead the charge in optimizing laboratory operations while developing high-performing teams. Drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency, ensuring compliance with safety standards and aligni...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical trial project outcomes. Oversee setup and operational documents while collaborating across departments to ensure client satisfaction and drive proces...
3 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Optimize client-focused project setups by leading cross-functional teams, creating operational documents, and ensuring adherence to quality standards, while serving as a subject matter expert to facil...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Scientific AI Engineer
$139K - $231K *
Unlock your potential by partnering with oncology experts to design and deliver cutting-edge AI solutions that address scientific challenges and enhance clinical development in the life sciences secto...
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Scientific Manager, Bertarelli Rare Cancer Initiative
$90K - $120K *
Lead the coordination of innovative cancer research initiatives, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Manage project implementation, ensure regulatory compliance, and effectively co...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager (Research Development)
$95K - $106K *
Champion complex scientific project coordination and management for interdisciplinary research. Collaborate with investigators, sponsors, and administrators to facilitate grant activities, financial t...
2 weeks ago
$99K - $198K *
Lead the charge in managing software projects through planning, execution, and closure while ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder alignment. Collaborate with cross-functional te...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Partner with us to provide technical leadership and project management in an environmental laboratory. Ensure high-quality analytical performance, compliance, and operational efficiency while mentorin...
1 week ago
$70K - $95K *
Lead critical client programs in the pharmaceutical sector, ensuring project success through coordination, risk management, and stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced environment. Optimize processes a...
4 days ago
$120K - $130K *
Elevate project success by managing engineering and construction projects from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery, safety, and quality compliance while effectively communicating with clients an...
4 days ago
Project Task Manager/Staff Scientist
$82K - $123K *
Shape the future of environmental consulting by collaborating on project management, data evaluation, and technical documentation while supporting diverse environmental investigation and remediation i...
Yesterday
Scientific Education Manager (US & Canada) (Solventum)
$107K - $147K *
Help us drive educational initiatives by coordinating workshops and managing event logistics. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver clinical education and enhance relationships with ass...
3 weeks ago
Technical Project Manager, R&D
$120K - $150K *
Lead projects to drive a comprehensive proteomics platform to success, managing cross-functional teams and dynamic schedules from inception to launch while effectively communicating progress and overc...
Today
$120K - $140K *
Drive excellence in patient care as you lead and develop a high-performing clinical team, ensuring exceptional service delivery while aligning clinical practices with commercial goals for optimal pati...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Manager/Senior Manager - Project Farma
$90K - $130K *
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact life sciences projects, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with business objectives. Drive continuous improvement while mentoring staff an...
3 days ago
Project Manager - Manager/Senior Manager - Project Farma
$90K - $130K *
Elevate your career with leadership and operational excellence in managing complex life sciences projects, ensuring client satisfaction while driving continuous improvement across project phases and t...
3 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Drive transformative AI-powered digital initiatives by leading large-scale programs, fostering team growth up to 50 personnel, and ensuring agile excellence across stakeholder engagements and strategi...
Reposted 5 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Engage as a dynamic Project Manager to lead a transformative AI initiative, driving strategic direction and building high-performing teams. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure agile excellence, and...
Reposted 5 days ago
What qualifications do I need to be a Scientific Manager?
Generally, you need a bachelor’s degree in any scientific discipline and years of experience in the field. Many employers prefer candidates with Master’s degree or PhD. Strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills are also crucial.
What salary can I expect as a Scientific Manager?
The salary largely depends on your qualifications, experience, and the location of the job. Jobs listed on Ladders are high-paying jobs, often offering salaries north of $100,000.
What does a typical day for a Scientific Manager look like?
A typical day may involve leading team meetings, overseeing lab activities, analyzing data, ensuring compliance with lab protocols, and coordinating with other departments.