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 *

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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex CAPEX projects by leading CQV activities, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver life-changing therapi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at drug development by leading bioanalytical studies, optimizing methods, interpreting data, and collaborating with teams to enhance innovative therapies for patients...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence and employee engagement. Lead plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $105K *

Lead maintenance operations to enhance equipment reliability and safety. Oversee scheduling, budgeting, and training while managing a skilled team to ensure optimal facility performance and compliance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$81K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency by managing maintenance activities, overseeing equipment reliability, and ensuring safety compliance while mentoring a skilled maintena...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $133K *

Partner with us to develop and enhance training programs that ensure compliance and operational readiness in GMP environments. Lead initiatives that strengthen workforce competency and support quality...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $133K *

Shape the future of laboratory services by leading operations, driving innovation, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and develop high-performing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $90K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you lead analytical research in a collaborative lab environment, utilizing advanced techniques in spectroscopy and chromatography to meet client needs and ensure complia...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead and mentor an applied science team, translating client needs into rigorous research programs. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful project delivery and build trusted relationships with p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $149K *

Deliver innovative high-throughput screening solutions to assess chemical safety. Lead assay development, collaborate with scientists, and mentor team members while advancing research in toxicology an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $269K *

Take ownership of complex global programs, translating enterprise priorities into actionable plans while managing diverse workstreams and providing strategic support to senior leadership. Drive succes...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $240K *

Shape operational excellence in laboratory services, leading teams to ensure efficient, compliant, and high-quality patient care. Oversee 24/7 operations, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvem...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform program management practices by developing governance frameworks, establishing policies, and coaching leaders. Drive efficiency and best practices across the portfolio while enhancing skills...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading Kilo Lab operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in process development and scale-up. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and maintain hig...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic leadership role overseeing sales strategies and team development in the Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry sectors, driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction thr...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $189K *

Lead the charge in developing scientific strategies to support regulatory submissions and product validations in the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and represen...

Colorado, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $195K *

Empower a diverse team to lead water engineering projects, ensuring compliance and strategic growth across regions. Collaborate with leadership to drive initiatives and achieve business goals while me...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$240K - $280K *

Drive the evolution of regulated cloud environments, ensuring compliance while accelerating deployment speed. Lead a distributed team to standardize architectures and streamline operations across AWS...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $280K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and innovate regulated cloud environments, ensuring compliance and efficiency while managing engineers and optimizing platform deliveries. Shape accredited deployments acro...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $280K *

Drive innovation in regulated and sovereign environments as you lead a dedicated engineering team to streamline deployments, enhance compliance, and uplift operational practices while balancing regula...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing our Enterprise Risk Management Framework. Collaborate across the organization to identify, assess, and manage risks while promoting accountability and improving risk manag...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $183K *

Join us to advance innovative preclinical models for drug discovery. In this collaborative role, you'll integrate cutting-edge technologies and stem cell biology to create scalable, human-relevant mod...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $185K *

Lead the design and optimization of advanced biomedical algorithms, applying expertise in signal processing and software development to tackle complex challenges in noninvasive monitoring technology...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Transform facility operations by leading projects, ensuring compliance, and managing daily functions in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive the relocation of production while maintaining safety...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.