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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$95K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex automation projects, overseeing all phases from planning to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet safety, budget...

Reno, NVRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $135K *

Lead the successful delivery of complex automation projects, ensuring alignment with specifications and budgets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage risks while promoting safety and qua...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $140K *

Lead and manage complex automation projects from planning to closeout, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and safety compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and serve as the prima...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $106K *

Unlock potential by leading daily operations of laboratory support services, ensuring quality and efficiency in pre-analytical processes while supervising staff training and compliance with safety sta...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $165K *

Shape the future of scientific collaboration by managing complex proteostasis projects. Coordinate reporting, compliance, and communication among diverse teams to ensure successful outcomes and innova...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $174K *

Explore innovative techniques in biomarker assay development to enhance oncology research, collaborating across various therapeutic modalities while leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodolog...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to manage laboratory services, ensuring quality, compliance, and operational excellence. Collaborate with hospital departments to enhance patient care and lead performance improvement in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $199K *

Join a dynamic team to lead project controls in life sciences, enhancing project delivery through data-driven insights and collaboration. Drive excellence in cost, schedule, and performance management...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $199K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient lives by leading project controls for biomanufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality life sciences projects while m...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $199K *

Pioneer your career by leading project controls for life sciences initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project delivery, manage budgets, and ensure high-quality outcomes whi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of cleanroom certification by leading technical operations, training personnel, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Leverage your expertise to enhance service delivery an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to quality operations initiatives by reviewing study documents, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance qual...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's leading complex remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing diverse teams and stakeholders. Drive project success through effective planning, execution, and...

Port Hope, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $174K *

Innovate as a Laboratory Service Engineer, maintaining cutting-edge equipment in R&D for semiconductor advancements. Join cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, repair, and enhance systems critical f...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee quality lab operations, ensure safety compliance, and drive continuous improvements in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with diverse professionals to enhance tr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$65K - $97K *

Optimize laboratory operations by managing equipment lifecycle, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and drive continuous improv...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance engineering education labs, ensuring operational excellence and innovative learning environments. Drive student engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration w...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $180K *

Drive financial excellence by managing the Workday Adaptive Planning platform, collaborating with leaders to shape budgets and forecasts, and delivering insights that guide strategic decisions for gro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Join us to optimize warehouse operations and lead a dedicated team. You'll ensure timely order fulfillment, maintain inventory accuracy, and promote a culture of safety while driving process improveme...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as you perform essential laboratory procedures and assays, supporting groundbreaking research in molecular biology. Collaborate with senior scientists to enhance experimental met...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $123K *

Drive HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement and performance within a dynamic sales organization. Collaborate with leadership to align talent strategies with business goals, ensuring a high-per...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to run molecular biology assays and collaborate on AI-designed protein experiments, contributing to innovative protein engineering solutions in a fast-paced environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of analytical operations by supervising equipment maintenance, coordinating training events, and managing staff to ensure optimal performance and compliance in a dynamic environment...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $137K *

Join a dynamic team to drive small molecule drug development through analytical characterization and data analysis, ensuring compliance with GMP standards while collaborating across scientific discipl...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $125K *

Oversee the product quality strategy and enhance customer satisfaction across operations by coordinating mining, production, and quality analysis. Drive continuous improvement and optimize quality thr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.