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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$105K - $164K *
Champion quality excellence in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Lead a team to ensure compliance with regulations and drive continuous improvement initiatives while overseeing quality operations...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive project excellence in data center operations through effective lifecycle management, ensuring safety, quality, and fiscal responsibility while fostering cross-functional collaboration and innova...
Reposted 1 week ago
WTP LABORATORY MANAGER - WATER
$71K - $102K *
Lead and manage the Water Works Laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards. Supervise staff, oversee laboratory functions, and maintain effective communication w...
5 days ago
Business Unit Manager - Eurofins Built Environment Testing, Pasadena, TX
$110K - $130K *
Oversee laboratory operations, ensuring compliance and profitability while leading a team. Drive quality, efficiency, and safety standards, and foster strong client relationships to achieve business g...
2 weeks ago
$83K - $114K *
Oversee laboratory operations, ensuring accurate testing and quality assurance for aggregate production. Manage personnel, coordinate workflows, and maintain compliance with industry standards to supp...
2 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - R&D, MJN PMO
$127K - $191K *
Play a key role in leading a multi-year R&D program, managing five interdependent projects from development to launch. Collaborate across functions to ensure alignment and successful execution, drivin...
2 weeks ago
Product Manager - Physical Instruments
$100K - $120K *
Engineers and advances our physical products while ensuring market fit and profitability. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to drive product success through strategic planning, dev...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive quality assurance initiatives in manufacturing, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues and maintain regulatory standards while fostering...
Reposted 1 week ago
Staff Technical Program Manager
$120K - $145K *
Drive execution of complex technical initiatives, translating business vision into actionable programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company objectives and measurab...
1 week ago
Project Manager - MEP Pharmaceutical Engineering
$95K - $115K *
Lead and manage diverse engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to assess requirements, mitigate risks, and maintain quality s...
2 weeks ago
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Lead- Automated Chemistry
$77K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team to provide technical leadership in automated chemistry testing. Ensure accurate results, mentor staff, and drive process improvements while maintaining compliance in a fast-paced c...
1 week ago
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Lead- Automated Chemistry
$77K - $160K *
Lead the charge in automated chemistry testing, providing technical expertise and mentorship in a clinical laboratory. Ensure compliance, drive process improvements, and support operations while deliv...
1 week ago
Global Project Manager, Home Trial Services
$75K - $100K *
Transform clinical trial execution by managing home visit projects, collaborating with teams and vendors to ensure compliance and success. Lead training, mentor junior staff, and drive process improve...
2 weeks ago
VP, R&D, Molecular Assay Development
$278K - $400K *
Elevate the Global Assay Development organization by setting strategic direction and leading multi-modality assay development, ensuring compliance and quality across platforms while managing talent an...
3 weeks ago
VP, R&D, Molecular Assay Development
$278K - $400K *
Strategize and lead the Global Assay Development team, shaping multi-modal IVD assay strategies that ensure robust development across molecular diagnostics, while managing governance and interfacing w...
3 weeks ago
Supervisor Laboratory Services (MLS) - Chemistry
$80K - $95K *
Champion operational excellence in laboratory services by providing supervisory oversight, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating on departmental projects to enhance service delivery...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director of Research & Innovation
$163K - $286K *
Elevate research and innovation by leading a dynamic team, driving strategic initiatives in life sciences. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions and foster creativity for busine...
4 weeks ago
$135K - $155K *
Lead the charge in building robust cost accounting processes, ensuring accurate product costing and inventory valuation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the transition to a commerci...
Reposted 1 week ago
(Senior / Principal) Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry
$135K - $160K *
Unlock the potential of drug discovery by leading medicinal chemistry initiatives, from compound design to purification, while collaborating closely with biology teams to enhance therapeutic efficacy...
Reposted 5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join us in ensuring product excellence through proactive quality controls and robust supervision. Guide a dedicated team in addressing customer needs and institutionalizing quality standards while mai...
4 weeks ago
Business Unit Manager- Food Testing- Louisville, KY
$100K - $120K *
Transform operations as you lead a team focused on quality and efficiency, driving growth and a cultural shift in our Food Testing lab. Take ownership of P&L, ensuring high performance in a regulated...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of energy management by leading a dynamic team of Project Managers. Drive operational success, foster team development, and enhance client relationships in a fast-paced environment fo...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate progress at strategic accounts by driving sales growth in the TIC industry. Manage key relationships, develop account strategies, and collaborate with teams to enhance service alignment and...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock growth by managing strategic accounts in the TIC industry, driving sales and client engagement. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies that ensure alignment with client needs and achieve...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead cross-functional teams in driving new product introduction projects from concept to production. Ensure alignment with customer needs and organizational goals while managing timelines, budgets, an...
1 week ago
What does a Laboratory Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.