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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$79K - $83K *

Transform analytical development by providing essential testing and support for drug development. Leverage expertise in HPLC, GC, and dissolution methods to enhance quality and efficiency while collab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Elevate operational excellence by managing day-to-day functions across supply chain, manufacturing, and logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability and compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $110K *

Transform kitchen operations by driving performance, training leaders, and ensuring efficiency. Engage directly with teams to implement best practices that foster accountability and growth, ultimately...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$129K - $178K *

Elevate your career by overseeing facility maintenance and operations, driving continuous improvements, and ensuring optimal performance of equipment and building systems in a dynamic environment, whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $178K *

Lead the charge in optimizing building operations and maintenance, ensuring peak performance of facilities and equipment to minimize downtime. Directly manage a skilled maintenance team while overseei...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading assurance and control initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and compliance wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Elevate laboratory animal care by overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and leading training initiatives. Collaborate with researchers and staff to maintain high standards of animal welfar...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $113K *

Elevate your career as a key HVAC Maintenance Technician, ensuring optimal performance and compliance of critical systems in a dynamic animal vaccine facility. Join a high-energy team dedicated to sup...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in building and operating a state-of-the-art clinical lab, ensuring compliance and operational excellence through meticulous validation, quality assurance, and team development, while...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of life sciences by leading process engineering initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project execution and optimize client relationships...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing biospecimen procurement and operations, ensuring a reliable supply of human tissue and cells for research. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance sourcing capabilities...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $160K *

Lead the charge in establishing a centralized gene editing screening function, driving high-quality experimental data for protein design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring a dedi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate systems engineering practices by leading a multidisciplinary team to drive new product development and modernization initiatives, ensuring technical excellence and cross-functional collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by leading a multidisciplinary team in systems engineering, driving product development and integration while enhancing engineering practices across complex instrumentation project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the customer experience as a Global Program Manager, spearheading post-sale strategies for major Enterprise clients. Collaborate with internal teams and leaders in Life Sciences to drive imple...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $230K *

Shape and lead a global Environmental Health & Safety program, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance emergency preparedness a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $120K *

Empower quality assurance initiatives by developing and managing a robust Quality Management System (QMS). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$94K - $130K *

Transform your career by managing laboratory operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving quality control initiatives. Lead a dedicated team while optimizing processes and maintaining indus...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality and compliance in clinical laboratory operations. Oversee testing accuracy, staff performance, and financial management while driving continuous improv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of clinical laboratory operations by ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency. Lead a skilled team to deliver accurate testing results while managing financial and human resources...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Champion excellence at the forefront of nuclear safety and laboratory management. Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and effective analytical services supportin...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality excellence across multiple task orders, developing robust quality management systems, conducting audits, and maintaining compliance with technical and contractual s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex global projects in aseptic manufacturing, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring teams and interfacing with senior leadership across diverse...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage quality control field inspections and remediation for structured cabling projects. Collaborate on process improvements, drive training initiatives, and ensure compliance with industry standards...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $182K *

Lead multidisciplinary R&D projects from planning to execution, ensuring alignment with timelines and budgets while fostering collaboration and innovation to drive business impact and continuous impro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.