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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$65K - $129K *

Lead the charge in developing competitive proposals and client services, enhancing operational excellence across clinical research programs. Collaborate with global teams to ensure high-quality submis...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $225K *

Transform vendor performance and customer satisfaction by leading strategic initiatives across a global BPO network. Drive accountability, analyze data, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance o...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $188K *

Champion vendor excellence and customer satisfaction by leading cross-functional initiatives and driving strategic oversight across a global BPO network. Leverage analytical skills to enhance performa...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $270K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the guest web ordering experience by managing a team of full-stack engineers. Drive product innovation, optimize conversion rates, and ensure engineering excellence across...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$98K - $134K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of business development, driving profitable growth while managing key accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer relationships and suppo...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading ServiceNow initiatives, driving innovation while managing projects and collaborating on demos to enhance customer solutions. Engage with teams to ensure alignment with...

Arlington, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Drive member activation by leading a cross-functional team to optimize outreach, incentives, and messaging strategies. Own the activation roadmap and funnel metrics to enhance engagement and ensure sc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $90K *

Deliver strategic programmatic solutions by managing complex campaigns, building client relationships, and mentoring junior staff to achieve exceptional performance in a collaborative remote team envi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $125K *

Execute complex enterprise implementations, translating customer needs into actionable strategies. Leverage your expertise to connect teams and drive successful onboarding while enhancing customer sat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Lead the execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns, collaborating with clients and teams to drive performance. Mentor junior staff while managing complex projects in a dynamic retail enviro...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$227K - $341K *

Lead the strategic development and continuous improvement of clinical programs, focusing on optimizing patient care across the continuum. Oversee a multidisciplinary team to enhance outcomes, reduce h...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing daily functions, enhancing customer satisfaction, and fostering innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage projects and maintain high-quality standa...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$199K - $269K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise-wide digital product strategy, governance, and investment alignment in this pivotal leadership role. Collaborate across functions to enhance decision-making proc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $164K *

Champion a team of analysts to enhance enterprise infrastructure services, ensuring reliable support and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities and drive c...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Strategize impactful initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess financial viability and market opportunities in oncology and rare diseases, driving key business decisions and g...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$242K - $275K *

Lead the charge in developing and deploying robust containerized software, manage CI/CD workflows, and grow a cohesive engineering team to enhance customer security operations and software delivery ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Empower the future of financial operations by mastering money movement, ensuring seamless transactions and transparency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product success and enhance cl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Empower our finance team by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing financial reporting. Lead month-end close activities and mentor team members in a dynamic, multi-entity...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives in Pharmacy Services Finance. Lead complex projects, partner with stakeholders, and mentor team members to achieve measurable business outcomes while n...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform B2B growth strategies into actionable plans as a Sr. Revenue Operations Manager. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance revenue processes, build analytical dashboards, and drive informed de...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the patient experience by leveraging data and insights to enhance mental health care engagement, collaborating with teams to design impactful solutions that elevate patient outcomes and access to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $199K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Neuroscience by promoting breakthrough therapies. Engage with healthcare professionals to enhance sales and build lasting relationships while utilizing digital...

California, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $150K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading strategic sourcing and category management initiatives. Drive supplier relationships, negotiate complex contracts, and develop high-performing teams to deliv...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Transform the AI landscape by architecting and building the Vector Store GenAI Platform, enhancing document intelligence and retrieval for clinical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence across a global portfolio, partnering with leadership to enhance business performance and deliver measurable outcomes in oncology and rare diseas...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.