Explore Laboratory Manager Jobs

Laboratory managers lead the people, processes, and resources that keep laboratories safe, compliant, and productive. On Ladders, explore vetted Laboratory Manager opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more across research, healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and other industries.

What Does a Laboratory Manager Do?

Laboratory managers oversee day-to-day operations, coordinate staffing and schedules, maintain equipment and inventory, and help ensure that testing and research meet quality and safety requirements. Depending on the organization, they may also manage budgets, develop procedures, monitor performance, and collaborate with scientific, clinical, or business leaders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in laboratory operations, team leadership, quality systems, and regulatory compliance. Relevant technical knowledge may include laboratory methods, instrumentation, data integrity, and safety practices. Strong communication, planning, problem-solving, and budgeting skills help managers balance operational needs with organizational goals. Requirements vary by specialty and employer; some roles require an advanced degree, professional credentials, or experience in a regulated environment.

Career Paths and Work Settings

Laboratory managers work in settings such as hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, universities, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, and biotechnology firms. Career paths may lead to senior laboratory operations, research administration, quality leadership, or site management. Responsibilities and compensation depend on factors such as specialty, location, organization size, and scope of leadership.

Find Laboratory Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search Laboratory Manager jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare openings across industries, and identify positions that match your laboratory expertise and leadership experience.

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$180K - $220K *

Drive clinical excellence by providing medical expertise across therapeutic areas, ensuring safety and integrity in clinical trials. Collaborate with project teams and senior management to enhance cli...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI by leading technical direction and architecture for innovative agent systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, security, and efficiency while mentoring...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive project success by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction. Leverage your expertise to develop strategies, maintain schedules, and foster collaboration across multiple...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

Yesterday

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

$120K - $160K *

Contribute to the evolution of data-driven healthcare products, shaping strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-enabled solutions that enhance clinical outcomes a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the development of high-value proposals, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and produce compelling content. Oversee the full proposal lifecycle, enhancing competitiveness th...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $133K *

Drive data management excellence by overseeing configuration control, data lifecycle, and deficiency reporting. Collaborate with teams to implement policies and ensure data accessibility, reliability...

Kentucky, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$236K - $370K *

Innovate the future of laboratory operations by leading strategic initiatives that integrate customer insights, technology, and business strategy. Collaborate across functions to drive impactful solut...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $240K *

Shape the future of commercial operations by leading strategy, workflows, and data integration. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance brand performance and drive operational excellence across cro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $240K *

Lead scientific strategy for clinical development of BHB-1893, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance. Drive protocol design, data analysis, and e...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Lead the development of a comprehensive data strategy, focusing on modern architecture and tools. Drive real-time insights and decision-making while managing a high-performing team to enhance the orga...

Glendale, CARemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform client relationships and campaign performance by managing a diverse portfolio, leading strategic discussions, and optimizing Meta campaigns to drive results and retention. Your expertise wil...

Lewisville, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Empower our Security & GRC initiatives by managing projects that ensure compliance, drive accountability, and foster collaboration across teams. Lead the project management framework to keep programs...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $135K *

Empower clinical research excellence by managing projects that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and drive successful study delivery from initiation to closeout. Collaborate with interdis...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $183K *

Transform your career by leading strategic account management in the global IVD market. Drive growth, build partnerships, and negotiate complex deals while collaborating across functions to deliver su...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of industrial water solutions by driving sales growth, managing key accounts, and fostering enduring partnerships with customers and teams to enhance sustainable business outcomes and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $147K *

Shape global supply chains by leading strategic sourcing, supplier development, and cost-reduction initiatives, while ensuring customer engagement in design and manufacturing processes for enhanced Co...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $106K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient admissions by building relationships with referral sources, ensuring a seamless process, and delivering exceptional service to improve clinic census and treatment...

Orlando, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $275K *

Transform the future of drug development by leading Analytical Development for small molecules and oligonucleotides. Drive scientific strategy, build a high-performing team, and ensure regulatory read...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive the design and development of innovative software solutions while mentoring junior engineers. Leverage extensive technical expertise to enhance system architecture and ensure high-quality delive...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Optimize clinical documentation processes across facilities while ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing reimbursement efficiency. Leverage your expertise in behavioral health and audit readines...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K *

Lead and mentor a Nuclear Safety Engineering team, ensuring project compliance with safety regulations, budgets, and schedules while fostering collaboration across disciplines and enhancing technical...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive risk management for commercial deals in Hydropower, ensuring compliance with standards and policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks, enhancing project exe...

Brossard, QCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $251K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategic modernization of Supply Chain applications, guiding enterprise transformation initiatives, and aligning application roadmaps with organizational goals to enha...

Virginia, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing clinical monitoring and site management processes. Ensure compliance with protocols and regulations while fostering relationships with investigational sites. Contribute...

North Carolina, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project management across all phases, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while mentoring fellow Project Managers for continu...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Laboratory Manager do?question toggle

    A Laboratory Manager oversees laboratory operations, including staff, schedules, equipment, supplies, safety, and quality processes. The exact responsibilities depend on the laboratory’s specialty and employer.

  • What qualifications are common for Laboratory Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for laboratory experience, people-management skills, knowledge of quality and safety practices, and strong operational abilities. Some positions also require a relevant degree, specialized credentials, or experience with particular regulations or techniques.

  • Where do Laboratory Managers work?question toggle

    Laboratory Managers work in healthcare and diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and other industries.

  • How much do Laboratory Manager jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Actual compensation for Laboratory Manager roles varies by employer, location, industry, experience, and responsibilities.

  • How can I find Laboratory Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse the Laboratory Manager category on Ladders, review individual job requirements and compensation details, and apply to opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.