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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$99K - $139K *

Drive proposal development for industrial water treatment projects, leading cross-functional teams to create competitive solutions. Engage throughout the sales cycle, ensuring alignment with strategic...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by overseeing Cath lab operations, ensuring quality management, and fostering staff development. Play a pivotal role in clinical leadership and p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of plant operations by leading maintenance and process engineering teams. Drive efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement while managing capital projects and ensuring compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive product strategy and lifecycle management for a global hemostasis reagent portfolio. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful product development, launch, and market adoption while le...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team in overseeing complex laboratory operations, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring staff. Drive improvements in patient care through effective management and c...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the clinical laboratory team by overseeing complex testing, ensuring quality standards, and managing staff performance. Drive operational efficiency while collaborating with healthcare profession...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $98K *

Elevate research initiatives by managing participant recruitment, data collection, and budget oversight for a multi-institutional study focused on innovative sleep modeling and health risk forecasting...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $117K *

Unlock your potential by performing complex clinical tests and ensuring quality control in a dynamic lab environment. Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver accurate results and maintain high stan...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$204K - $310K *

Shape the future of AI foundational models by defining roadmap priorities and translating scientific insights into impactful capabilities, driving research into operational excellence while collaborat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $230K *

Lead the charge in developing a global safety and security strategy that safeguards employees, facilities, and operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance risk management and create a secure...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $235K *

Engage in the development and execution of diagnostic strategies for oncology drug programs. Lead diagnostic initiatives from biomarker hypothesis to clinical testing, collaborating with cross-functio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Lead the development and execution of diagnostic strategies in oncology, managing programs from biomarker hypothesis to clinical testing. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment and timely...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Explore innovative diagnostic strategies in oncology, leading cross-functional teams to drive biomarker development and clinical testing. This role offers the opportunity to influence key decisions an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Transform quality management in manufacturing by leading a team to enhance systems, drive improvements, and ensure compliance, while fostering cross-functional collaboration and operational excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Advance progress at the intersection of clinical trials and supply chain management. Leverage your expertise to streamline processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure successful pro...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $123K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading a dedicated team to enhance product standards, ensure compliance with ISO 9001/IATF 16949, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the orga...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$93K - $95K *

Manage and coordinate regional trauma care initiatives, ensuring effective project execution and collaboration among medical centers. Lead activities in preparedness, education, and data collection to...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $162K *

Join a dynamic team to lead labor management engineering initiatives, driving operational improvements and workforce analytics. Utilize your expertise to enhance productivity, safety, and service whil...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of project management initiatives, driving continuous improvement and collaboration within a manufacturing environment. Oversee project execution, financial management, and risk mitigat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance IT operational processes across infrastructure and security. Drive continuous improvement in ITSM practices, ensuring alignment with ITIL standards while collaborating w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Empower business growth by leveraging advanced analytics to drive data-driven decision-making across Commercial, Operations, and Finance, transforming complex data into actionable insights for measura...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $145K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leveraging advanced analytics skills across commercial and operational areas. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable solutions that enhance operationa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $180K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive New Product Introductions in Advanced Deposition Materials, ensuring alignment across departments and delivering high-quality products on time and within scope. El...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $85K *

Join our team to perform analytical experiments, develop test methods, and ensure quality in drug products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while applying innovative problem-solving skills in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $217K *

Shape operational excellence by leading the Assembly and Packaging Process team, ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a high-performing culture in a dynamic bio/pharmaceu...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.