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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$186K - $233K *

Empower the future of real-world analytics by leading programming activities for observational studies, ensuring high-quality deliverables through collaboration with cross-functional teams and innovat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $191K *

Drive your career forward by leading statistical analyses and clinical study design. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams while applying advanced biostatistical techniques to enhance research outc...

Durham, NCRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving sales strategy and value analysis, partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance proposals, pricing, and contracts. Lead market research and client engagement to optimi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $187K *

Lead patient education and support initiatives for individuals affected by generalized Myasthenia Gravis. Collaborate with caregivers and healthcare teams to enhance treatment coordination and empower...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by transforming workflows and enhancing team capabilities through AI. Collaborate across departments to implement innovative solutions that streamline operations and drive sustained a...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $127K *

Unlock growth by collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive market strategies, analyze data, and enhance customer engagement in the healthcare ecosystem. Contribute to impactful marketing init...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $185K *

Transform the delivery of VMware Cloud Foundation services by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and driving strategic growth in enterprise cloud solutions. Collaborate with stake...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical strategy, utilizing your clinical expertise to create impactful content, drive business growth, and mentor emerging talent within a dynamic team across...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive impactful solutions in healthcare access operations. Partner cross-functionally to design workflows, run demos, and shape strategies that enhance patient engagement and streamline service delive...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate the quality assurance process by managing UAT, bug triage, and CI/CD systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure seamless communication and proactive quality management throughout th...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $189K *

Lead the charge in developing scientific strategies to support regulatory submissions and product validations in the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and represen...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $325K *

Unlock enterprise potential by leading strategic partnerships and driving market adoption within large health systems, ensuring clinical and economic integration of innovative health solutions. Transf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $87K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research through technology. Lead and mentor a talented group of professionals in delivering high-performance computing solutions that support innovative rese...

Indiana, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$235K - $265K *

Champion product innovation by leading a dynamic team to define strategy, drive decisions, and ensure successful launches that align with company growth and customer needs in the health technology sec...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Unlock potential by overseeing project operations and client relationships, driving growth through strategic partnerships and best practices. Lead teams to achieve business goals while ensuring high s...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $295K *

Optimize the delivery of advanced server rack solutions by leading cross-functional teams, managing complex hardware programs, and ensuring alignment with hyperscale data center requirements for next...

Austin, TXRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate as a Senior Medical Writer, delivering high-quality regulatory documents while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence in a remote setting...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $275K *

Manage the delivery of GPU clusters for AI workloads by coordinating teams across engineering, networking, and operations. Develop strategies, manage risks, and ensure timely, quality launches to scal...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $130K *

Transform warehouse and eCommerce operations by leading technical and operational projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions that enhance productivity and drive exc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$223K - $358K *

Shape enterprise strategy and strengthen partnerships with GPOs and health systems. Lead complex negotiations, build trusted relationships, and develop a high-performing team to drive sustainable grow...

Franklin Lakes, NJRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion the successful delivery of projects and technology initiatives by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing risks, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes that align with business ob...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $157K *

Lead the charge in enhancing EHS programs across operations, driving a culture of safety and compliance. Collaborate with site leaders to ensure regulatory adherence and continuous improvement, while...

Colorado, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $125K *

Drive the Reuse function within the Product Lifecycle team, ensuring efficient operations, stakeholder communication, and process consistency to support the mission of serving Veterans. Lead a team fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform life science R&D operations by leading initiatives that enhance efficiency and effectiveness across research, clinical, regulatory, and quality domains. Drive change through strategic projec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance analytics and informatics solutions by integrating VA databases, developing dashboards, and collaborating in Agile teams to enhance healthcare delivery for Veterans, ensuring effective data ma...

United StatesRemote

3 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.