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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$107K - $153K *

Take ownership of indirect spend categories, focusing on IT sourcing strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive cost savings, optimize vendor performance, and enhance procurement processes usi...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful IT project delivery in a multi-site healthcare environment. Lead complex transformations, enhance governance, and foster stakeholder collaboration while ensuring tangible business outc...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $125K *

Drive the deployment of healthcare technology across multiple VA facilities, coordinating projects and ensuring readiness. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage timelines, resolve issues, and deliv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Drive program delivery across multiple products, ensuring timely outcomes by managing risks, dependencies, and stakeholder priorities. Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain accurate project data...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading complex enterprise implementations, driving customer adoption, and ensuring measurable value realization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationalize solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in regional operations management, driving customer satisfaction and inspiring teams across multiple locations in the fire and life safety industry. Take ownership of operational excel...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team of Field Reimbursement Managers, ensuring operational excellence and strategic support while managing key provider accounts. Drive program performance and compliance, fostering a c...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Transform technology operations by leading IT and cybersecurity strategies, ensuring secure, scalable systems while enhancing employee support in a dynamic, remote-first environment. Collaborate acros...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Manage territory strategy and drive sales growth by building relationships with healthcare professionals. Deliver product support and identify new business opportunities to expand market presence and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Help us enhance federal human capital operations through independent analysis, strategic recommendations, and effective program delivery. Collaborate on data-driven insights to improve efficiency and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $121K *

Elevate the commercialization process across the product portfolio, enhancing efficiency and data integrity. Lead cross-functional collaboration, implement automation innovations, and drive strategic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on sales and market development in the Life Sciences sector, utilizing your expertise in automated liquid handling. Collaborate with teams to build relatio...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $148K *

Transform your career by leading complex projects, managing resources, and ensuring quality deliverables. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive strategic initiatives and maintain client relationship...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$188K - $282K *

Champion strategic forecasting and analytics to drive business decisions, collaborating across functions to enhance insights for the flagship franchise in narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia, while...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $126K *

Reimagine the customer journey by leading a dynamic team to enhance CX measurement and insights, driving strategic improvements and user satisfaction across multiple touchpoints within a collaborative...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$297K - $367K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role driving hospital data integration and compliance. Lead execution of clinical data operations, build relationships, and ensure secure data handling while shaping a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading technology strategy for Facilities Management and Workplace Services. Drive platform governance, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement to enhance operations and...

Indianapolis, INRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with healthcare professionals to drive strategic sales across diverse markets. Cultivate relationships and utilize data-driven insights to exceed sales goals while collaborating effectively wit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth by executing innovative strategies and leveraging packaging solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to meet client needs while maintaining a...

Haltom City, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Unlock new business opportunities and enhance customer relationships by executing strategic sales initiatives, leveraging packaging solutions, and driving profitability while ensuring exceptional serv...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Innovate and lead client engagements, driving strategic insights and integrated solutions in a fast-paced healthcare environment while mentoring cross-functional teams towards operational excellence a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $160K *

Transform your career by managing multiple client teams in healthcare, providing insights through financial reporting, and leading staff development. Drive operational improvements while ensuring exce...

Naperville, ILRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful client relationships by providing strategic financial insights and guidance in skilled nursing, while leading teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure long-term financial sta...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$107K - $160K *

Lead multiple client teams by managing financial reporting and training staff, while delivering expert consulting services to healthcare clients, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering profess...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading client teams in the healthcare sector, providing expert financial consulting, and mentoring staff. Drive operational improvements, analyze performance metrics, and ensure q...

Southfield, MIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.