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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$110K - $130K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading submissions and ensuring compliance with FDA guidelines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support innovative biopharmaceutical products...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by serving as a technical authority in calibration, metrology, and equipment maintenance. Mentor field service personnel while ensuring compliance and reliability across l...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic R&D team to lead chemistry initiatives, ensure deliverables, train staff, and enhance projects through innovative method development and client collaboration. Drive significant impact o...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower business growth by designing and optimizing application solutions, integrating AI technologies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Drive high-performance laboratory operations and team development across multiple sites, ensuring accurate data and compliance with industry standards. Communicate key metrics to stakeholders while in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality compliance and readiness for audits and inspections. Oversee cross-functional teams, manage regulatory inspections, and foster a culture of excellence in quality sy...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $135K *

Lead the charge in overseeing all technical aspects of laboratory services while ensuring compliance with regulations, promoting excellence in patient care, and managing staff development and competen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence in construction by overseeing QA/QC programs, managing field operations, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality stan...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $194K *

Elevate the future of gene and cell therapy by leading manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and managing quality control testing while overseeing project teams to deliver i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $194K *

Champion the production of innovative gene and cell therapies, ensuring compliance with GMP standards. Oversee project management and quality control while leading a team of manufacturing associates t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $126K *

Lead and develop the automation team to enhance operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement in plant systems and processes...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to shape innovative regulatory solutions in healthcare. Drive product strategy from discovery to launch, leveraging AI and emerging technologies to meet market needs and enhance cu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $174K *

Drive impactful laboratory operations by overseeing quality assurance, policy support, and interagency collaboration. Leverage your leadership skills to enhance public health initiatives and ensure co...

5 days ago

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

$117K - $174K *

Innovate your career by leading laboratory operations and quality assurance initiatives. Collaborate across divisions to enhance public health services while ensuring compliance with scientific standa...

5 days ago

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

$119K - $150K *

Lead the charge in implementing and maintaining Global Quality Systems, focusing on LIMS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement in quality manag...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing contamination control and sterility assurance across multiple manufacturing sites. Lead strategic initiatives to ensure compliance, operational excellence, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Champion contamination control and sterility assurance across multiple sites, driving strategic initiatives and compliance to enhance product quality and patient safety while ensuring operational exce...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Join us in leading contamination control and sterility assurance programs across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while enhancing product quality and patien...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Empower our contamination control and sterility assurance initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while enhancing product quality and patient sa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower workplace excellence by leading multi-site operations, enhancing guest experiences, and managing vendor relationships. Drive efficiency and compliance while supporting executive needs in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading analytical chemistry projects, developing LC-MS methods, and mentoring junior scientists. Collaborate with teams to enhance assay development and ensure compliance with reg...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $135K *

Develop and commercialize innovative sample preparation and LC-MS/MS solutions, addressing complex biopharma challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive R&D projects and deliver impac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee quality control processes, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Drive continuous improvement while leading inspections, reporting, and documentation in a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $175K *

Optimize data analytics support for lab production operations by leading a dedicated team in a dynamic environment. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and enhance operational effectiveness while mak...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $200K *

Transform data analytics support for lab production operations by leading a dedicated team in a dynamic environment. Drive innovation, ensure operational excellence, and enhance collaboration to impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.