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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$134K - $214K *

Shape the future of Women’s Health by leading global marketing strategies and commercialization efforts. Collaborate across teams to drive product adoption and enhance portfolio value through market i...

Sparks Glencoe, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $331K *

Optimize team performance by leading field-based medical professionals, managing budgets, and executing Oncology support plans. Drive compliance and foster development through effective coaching and p...

North Wales, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing healthcare through innovative HEOR and RWE projects. Collaborate with external partners to deliver actionable insights, utilizing advanced methodologies to tackle complex...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Engage in strategic finance management by leading financial modeling, budgeting, and analysis processes. Collaborate with leadership to drive data-driven decisions and enhance financial infrastructure...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $199K *

Champion the development of network performance analytics by designing solutions that transform data to support comprehensive contracting analytics and modeling applications, enhancing financial insig...

Missouri, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $186K *

Unlock your potential as a principal technical leader for enterprise Unix and Linux platforms, driving architecture, automation, and lifecycle management to deliver resilient infrastructure for critic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Oversee clinical site engagement and monitoring to enhance drug development. Collaborate with global teams and sponsors to ensure quality, compliance, and strong site relationships for successful onco...

Blue Bell, PARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's transforming People Operations by leading strategic HR initiatives, enhancing processes, and serving as a trusted advisor to managers while ensuring compliance and operational excel...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $150K *

Manage and optimize commercial contracting processes, ensuring timely and accurate agreements while enhancing efficiency through automation and collaboration across teams...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $120K *

Elevate your storytelling skills by crafting compelling proposals and presentations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate our value to clients, while managing resources and optimizin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $260K *

Lead a high-performing team to architect innovative AI solutions that empower business transformation. Drive AI initiatives from ideation to deployment while fostering collaboration across functions f...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Drive the medical strategy by shaping partnerships and guiding evidence generation. Lead initiatives that connect clinical needs with business objectives, enhancing patient access and supporting innov...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $167K *

Innovate and enhance machine learning pipelines to operationalize AI initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, ensure model performance, and support scalable soluti...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's advancing global health by supporting critical clinical trial submissions. In this role, you'll lead regulatory strategies, ensure compliance, and collaborate with diverse teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex enterprise technology programs by leading cloud, data, and analytics initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class project outcomes using Agile method...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $262K *

Champion the sales force's success by leading a dynamic team focused on optimizing field effectiveness and operational efficiency, driving excellence in performance and insights...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Champion client success by building strategic relationships and delivering tailored HR solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and drive client satisfaction through proa...

Iselin, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Champion client success by building strategic relationships and delivering tailored HR solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and drive client satisfaction, ensuring al...

Beverly Hills, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $158K *

Help us advance financial analysis by evaluating deal structures, managing projects, and delivering insights. Engage with clients, enhance value through collaboration, and lead junior team members to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$96K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to lead pricing and underwriting functions, driving financial analysis and risk evaluation. Collaborate with supervisors and analysts to enhance pricing strategies and support clie...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance and operational integrity through thorough audits and evaluations, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $140K *

Drive impactful transformation initiatives by leading complex, cross-functional programs. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure successful delivery, manage risks, and align resources to achieve...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of critical care by leading commercial efforts in Eastern Canada. Collaborate with medical teams to enhance device use in hospitals, drive growth, and ensure effective training for he...

Toronto, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Transform oncology care by driving product adoption and building relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to exceed performance goals and ensure patient access to innovative therap...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $140K *

Elevate our healthcare growth strategy by managing pipeline generation, leveraging AI tools, and driving marketing initiatives. This role demands autonomy and innovation to shape business operations a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.