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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$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in product development as a Senior Chemist, leading research projects and formulating cleaners and sanitizers for the dairy and food processing industries while ensuring compliance an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$79K - $124K *

Unlock potential by managing complex power systems projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams, anticipate customer needs, and ensure high-quality delivery while mentoring staff and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers to integrate AI solutions across business functions, fostering partnerships and driving technical excellence while managing governance processes and champion networks...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Explore transformative possibilities in computational biology by partnering with pharma allies to enhance drug discovery, utilizing AI tools to analyze complex datasets and drive impactful solutions i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $175K *

Transform the future of drug discovery by integrating AI and data science, collaborating with pharma partners to extract insights from molecular datasets and enhance research tools. Lead innovative pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Advance the future of drug discovery by integrating molecular and clinical datasets, utilizing AI-driven insights, and collaborating across functions to enhance research efficiency and impact in the p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading quality assurance initiatives that ensure compliance and safety in manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and enhance custom...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Innovate computational methods to advance drug design for disordered proteins. Collaborate with scientists to create machine learning architectures that enhance protein modeling and small molecule int...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative protein design by developing high-throughput assays and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance binding specificity and support protein discovery workflows in a dynamic l...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at R&D by leading resource and schedule management, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and driving continuous improvement through data-driven insights and stakeholder collabo...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $97K *

Lead and optimize daily operations in Quality Assurance, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across all shifts. Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues, manage metrics, and drive d...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $122K *

Join a dynamic team to advance LNP biology through in vitro and ex vivo assays, supporting targeted delivery programs and in vivo studies, while collaborating on data analysis and protocol development...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $222K *

Partner with us to lead strategic facility management initiatives, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across our manufacturing site. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a cul...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Champion project success by overseeing complex IT initiatives, coordinating teams, managing budgets, and ensuring seamless integration of systems to enhance operational efficiency and support healthca...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of biologics innovation, driving drug product development and manufacturing excellence through strategic oversight and cross-functional collaboration to bring trans...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of hospital operations by driving effective implementations and optimizing workflows. Partner with us to enhance efficiency and ensure scalable, patient-centered care through innovati...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading sales strategies across the US. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive growth, develop client relationships, and deliver impactful presentations while navigating indus...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $120K *

Take ownership of strategic broadband initiatives, leading outage management programs to enhance customer communication and service reliability. Collaborate across teams to drive project success and d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing comprehensive UAT and security testing strategies, ensuring quality and readiness across all project milestones while fostering internal testing capabilitie...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Drive the planning and execution of hematology clinical studies, ensuring data integrity and patient safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful clinical programs and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Lead the charge in advancing hematology clinical programs by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the integrity of study data and patient safety throughout all phases of clinical develo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Advance clinical excellence by leading hematology studies, ensuring data integrity and patient safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute clinical programs, driving innovati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Lead the design and execution of clinical studies for rare hematologic and immunologic diseases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategy, ensure compliance, and mentor junior staff w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Transform clinical study design and execution for rare hematologic and immunologic diseases. Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovative research, ensuring compliance and patient safety while ment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $200K *

Champion automation initiatives by identifying opportunities, developing business cases, and leading pilot programs. Drive enterprise-scale deployment while collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.