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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$125K - $150K *

Lead the Vendor Management Office, overseeing vendor governance, lifecycle management, and performance metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure vendor services align with quality, compliance...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion a transformative product vision, leading cross-functional teams to drive strategic outcomes in a dynamic digital health environment. Shape the future of patient care and client experience whi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $234K *

Drive operational excellence by leading field operations strategy and enhancing sales support processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate data-driven decision making, effective pe...

Waltham, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $260K *

Partner with us to transform R&D capabilities through innovative learning experiences, aligning workforce development with strategic priorities and enhancing employee performance across diverse functi...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $368K *

Elevate global BD Excellence capabilities by defining strategies, leading transformation initiatives, and partnering with stakeholders to drive measurable improvement in operational performance and or...

Franklin Lakes, NJRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$270K - $360K *

Reimagine global clinical development by leading strategic oversight across Immunology and Infectious Disease portfolios, driving client partnerships and business growth while ensuring organizational...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and execute sales strategies transforming oncology translational science. Drive business opportunities, form strategic partnerships, and manage key relationships while n...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $175K *

Join a team that's leading global clinical trials across diverse therapeutic areas. Drive project execution, mentor teams, and ensure milestones are met while collaborating with stakeholders to achiev...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at a key leadership role driving proposal and contract management. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational effectiveness, ensure quality deliverables, and contribute...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $180K *

Champion the development of Advanced Deposition Materials by leading New Product Introductions from concept to high volume manufacturing, ensuring cross-functional alignment and delivering quality pro...

Connecticut, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $180K *

Champion innovative product development by leading cross-functional teams to drive New Product Introductions in Advanced Deposition Materials, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$177K - $221K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving successful oncology drug development through strategic planning and expert guidance...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $148K *

Unlock growth by joining a dynamic business development team, engaging with prospects, generating leads, and supporting strategic partnerships to expand our presence in North America's biotech sector...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that leads enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis. Collaborate with senior leaders to improve business performance and drive strategic financial outcomes, while managing a dedicat...

Johnson City, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $285K *

Drive strategic payer engagement for optimal access to healthcare products across the Southeast. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure favorable reimbursement and build relationships with...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead key clinical trial operations, from start-up to enrollment, ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity while collaborating closely with investigators and managing resources effectively to...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$86K - $118K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading complex initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $281K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading U.S. FDA engagement and strategy for product development, ensuring timely approvals and compliance while driving cross-functional collaboration and organizati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer compliance excellence by leading initiatives that ensure adherence to global regulatory standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks, manage vendor programs, and drive strategic...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $185K *

Lead client engagements in Real-World Data solutions, ensuring operational excellence and strong outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate client objectives into actionable plans, driving...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping healthcare innovation through AI-driven voice solutions. Lead a distributed engineering team to deliver high-quality software and collaborate with cross-functional stakehold...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate data privacy standards by leading a comprehensive privacy program. Collaborate across teams to integrate privacy-by-design principles, enhance data governance, and ensure compliance while enab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Shape your career by launching and leading a transformative healthcare consulting practice. Drive growth through strategic engagements, build a robust team, and establish innovative solutions in data...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading drug substance development and scale-up efforts. Oversee cross-functional collaboration, process optimization, and regulatory compliance to ensure a seamless transition fro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine medical communication by leading a team of writers to craft regulatory and scientific documents. Oversee projects, ensuring clarity and quality for diverse audiences while adhering to timeli...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.