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.
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Pioneer high-impact enterprise projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to implement new sites and drive strategic priorities. Leverage exceptional project management skills to deliver results on...
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Project Manager - Advanced Manufacturing
$155K - $185K *
Shape the future of advanced manufacturing by leading multidisciplinary engineering projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure successful project delivery from inception to closeout, manag...
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Project Manager - Advanced Manufacturing
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Join a dynamic team as you lead complex engineering projects in Advanced Manufacturing. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage project scope, schedules, and budgets, while ensuring successful deliver...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive your career with a dynamic Project Manager role, overseeing complex engineering projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage directly with customers...
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$80K - $95K *
Drive customer success by leading a team to enhance client relationships, streamline processes, and improve satisfaction across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure o...
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Project Manager, Strategic Operations, College of Engineering
$65K - $94K *
Unlock your potential by leading strategic projects that enhance operational effectiveness and drive organizational performance across diverse teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement innovat...
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Project Manager, Strategic Operations, College of Engineering
$65K - $94K *
Drive operational excellence by managing strategic projects that enhance processes, service delivery, and organizational performance across the College. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to...
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$124K - $161K *
Champion process excellence by optimizing manufacturing workflows, driving improvements, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency in productio...
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Drive operational excellence by leading manufacturing teams in producing thermal field emitters. Foster collaboration, enhance processes, and develop talent to ensure quality and efficiency in a dynam...
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$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of mission-critical applications by leading a large-scale program, ensuring compliance and technical direction while managing Agile DevSecOps teams in a dynamic AWS cloud environment...
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Engineer excellence in the Hematology Lab by overseeing quality, personnel, and compliance. Drive operational goals, ensure regulatory adherence, and foster a collaborative environment to enhance labo...
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Empower laboratory services by directing personnel and ensuring quality testing procedures are executed efficiently, while overseeing departmental budgeting and enhancing interdepartmental collaborati...
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Operations Manager (Manufacturing)
$100K - $120K *
Lead manufacturing operations to drive performance, develop teams, and support growth. Collaborate across functions to enhance capabilities and ensure operational excellence in a dynamic environment...
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Manager, Quality Management Systems
$150K - $175K *
Lead the development and enhancement of our ISO 13485-certified Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across all product lines while managing audits and qua...
1 week ago
Medical Safety Manager, Ambulatory Monitoring & Diagnostics
$133K - $237K *
Contribute to patient safety by overseeing medical product surveillance, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate on risk management and support clinical studies to enhanc...
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$80K - $95K *
Optimize site operations by leading turbine maintenance and repairs, ensuring safety and productivity while managing logistics and technician performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance effi...
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Lead the charge in managing electrical construction projects, overseeing cost estimates, schedules, and operational activities while ensuring effective communication with clients and stakeholders thro...
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$81K - $122K *
Join us to lead factory-focused automation projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing initiatives. Drive project success through effective planning, execution, and stakehol...
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Transform your career by leading automation projects that enhance manufacturing efficiency. Collaborate across teams to drive project success, manage resources, and implement improvements while mentor...
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NPI Product Manager, ICP-OES (HYBRID - Shelton, CT)
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Champion the commercial readiness of new analytical instruments, ensuring successful market launches through strategic pricing, positioning, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive customer insights...
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Director of Quality - GMP Biologics Clinical Trial Material Facility
$153K - $184K *
Shape the future of biologics manufacturing by leading GMP quality operations for clinical trials. Drive compliance, oversee quality systems, and mentor teams to ensure the successful production and r...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in operational excellence and strategic direction for a biological manufacturing site, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and innovation while fostering a high-performing team and managi...
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Transform campus development by leading diverse projects in architecture and design. Collaborate with teams to manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communications, ensuring successful project de...
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Optimize operational activities for Toxicology and Safety Pharmacology studies, ensuring alignment with project timelines and departmental objectives. Collaborate with CROs and internal teams to enhan...
1 week ago
Manager - Quality Assurance-Chemaid Lab/QC Salaried Indirect
$90K - $110K *
Elevate quality assurance standards by leading compliance efforts, managing audits, and ensuring optimal product release. Collaborate with teams to implement improvements and maintain documentation, f...
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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.