Manager, Life Sciences Jobs

Explore Manager, Life Sciences opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. These managers help life sciences organizations turn scientific, clinical, and business priorities into effective programs, products, and operations.

What Does a Life Sciences Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Managers may lead teams and projects, oversee budgets and timelines, improve processes, coordinate cross-functional work, and monitor performance and compliance. Depending on the role, they may work in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, research, clinical operations, manufacturing, quality, regulatory affairs, or commercial functions.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek relevant life sciences experience, people or project management skills, clear communication, and the ability to work across scientific and business teams. Some positions call for a degree in biology, biotechnology, chemistry, engineering, public health, or a related field; specialized roles may require advanced education, industry expertise, or familiarity with applicable quality and regulatory requirements.

Find Your Next Life Sciences Management Role

Use Ladders to explore Manager, Life Sciences jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by specialty, responsibilities, location, and experience level to find opportunities aligned with your professional goals.

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$85K - $100K *

Lead the sales strategy for a specialized Neurosurgery product line, driving revenue growth through relationship building, strategic planning, and exceptional customer service in a dynamic operating r...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $281K *

Drive new business growth by leading an exceptional sales team, crafting innovative strategies, and mastering the competitive landscape to exceed sales quotas and foster lasting relationships with cli...

Santa Clara, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Drive the financial health of projects while leading teams to success. Manage budgets, forecasts, and vendor coordination to ensure project delivery across multiple brands. Your strategic insight will...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Drive the financial management for multiple brands, ensuring project alignment and budget integrity while engaging teams and fostering strong client relationships for successful outcomes...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join our Strategy team to tackle critical business priorities, leveraging your analytical skills to influence decisions across operations, finance, and marketing. Own workstreams from analysis to exec...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing risk adjustment and quality improvement processes across multiple departments, driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives for healthcare pro...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of applied science by leading a dynamic team to develop and implement quantitative models, driving insights that enhance marketplace performance and inform strategic decisions across...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$246K - $332K *

Transform healthcare by leading national strategic account management efforts. Drive partnerships with key institutions, enhance patient care, and foster cross-functional collaboration to achieve comm...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by driving project delivery and managing Agile teams. Utilize AI tools to enhance decision-making, anticipate risks, and ensure timely outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ma...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $195K *

Lead the charge in shaping the U.S. HCP marketing strategy for JYNNEOS, driving integrated programs and optimizing engagement through data-driven insights and compliance, while collaborating across te...

Durham, NCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$146K - $224K *

Elevate clinical development by leading the strategy for biopharma platforms. Drive product lifecycles, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance while transforming workflows into...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Quality Assurance efforts in Long-Term Services and Supports. Oversee compliance, collaborate with external partners, and drive operational excellence while ensuring adhere...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive client success by managing relationships, optimizing collections, and resolving issues. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure satisfaction and compliance while leading a team to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Champion continuous improvement initiatives by optimizing processes and products across the organization. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and customer experienc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Unlock compliance excellence by managing auditing, monitoring, and reporting processes to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and enhance operational efficiency across contracts and collaboration...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in organizational change management for complex life sciences transformations, focusing on global Veeva CRM implementations. Drive strategy, execution, and stakeholder engagement acros...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $181K *

Help us lead global clinical studies by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving project timelines to deliver high-quality results within budget and regulatory standards...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing diverse medical communications projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction while leading multidisciplinary teams and maintaining strong relationships wit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive payroll operations by leading a multi-state team, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance across North America. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and implement best...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $158K *

Shape the future of analytics in healthcare education by leading product initiatives from discovery to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centric solutions that enhance...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$132K - $178K *

Advance your career by leading claims and litigation management. Oversee claims handling, evaluate staff performance, manage reserves, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance department efficien...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Deliver impactful sales leadership by managing a dynamic team, driving growth, and fostering key relationships within the healthcare community to achieve regional sales objectives and enhance professi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion the integrity of IT Validation & Compliance within a CDMO, ensuring adherence to cGMPs and regulatory standards by overseeing enterprise software validation and reviewing critical quality del...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by joining our dynamic sales team to drive revenue growth and foster customer relationships. You'll implement strategic sales plans and collaborate with cross-functional teams to d...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $136K *

Shape the future of enterprise operations by leading a dynamic team to craft compelling RFP responses, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment while driving productivity and process improvements a...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Manager, Life Sciences do?question toggle

    A Manager, Life Sciences leads people, projects, or operations within a life sciences organization. The work may involve planning, budgets, process improvement, cross-functional coordination, and meeting relevant quality or regulatory requirements.

  • What industries hire life sciences managers?question toggle

    Employers include biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, medical device and diagnostics firms, research organizations, and organizations supporting clinical development, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, or commercial operations.

  • What qualifications are common for Manager, Life Sciences jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the position. Employers commonly value relevant industry experience, leadership and project management skills, and strong communication. Some roles require a related bachelor's or advanced degree and specialized technical or regulatory knowledge.

  • What salary can I expect for a Manager, Life Sciences role on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by employer, location, specialty, and experience; review each listing for its specific salary information.