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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$188K - $235K *

Unlock potential by shaping and driving the People Systems roadmap, translating business needs into scalable processes, and managing technology vendors to enhance the employee lifecycle through innova...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $92K *

Redefine customer success by managing a strategic portfolio, driving growth, and fostering executive relationships. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer outcomes and ensure long-term value in a...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform sales performance by leading and coaching a high-performing team, optimizing strategies, and driving innovative customer engagement in a dynamic biopharmaceutical environment...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Help us drive oncology product success by building relationships with key stakeholders, promoting innovative therapies, and ensuring patient access while exceeding performance goals in a dynamic bioph...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$131K - $155K *

Manage complex projects by leading teams, coordinating with clients, and ensuring timely delivery of services. Leverage your expertise to drive project success and enhance client satisfaction while ov...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Transform healthcare administration by leading enterprise-wide HIMS operations, ensuring compliance and driving performance improvement across a multi-state network while fostering an engaged workforc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$115K - $150K *

Advance your career by spearheading global packaging strategies, optimizing supplier networks, and achieving cost efficiencies while leading a dynamic team. Foster innovation and sustainability within...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $212K *

Shape the future of finance applications by leading strategic initiatives in the Order-to-Cash process. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable solutions, enhance performance, and drive moderniza...

Raritan, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional client services for high-value accounts. Develop integrated marketing strategies, oversee multidisciplinary teams, and drive account growth while ensuring qua...

Lanham, MDRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $210K *

Join a team dedicated to driving sales impact while promoting innovative healthcare solutions. Utilize your clinical expertise to build strong relationships with healthcare professionals and achieve s...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team to manage bank capital relationships, drive coverage strategies, and support capital formation initiatives. This role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment, focus...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive business growth by promoting products, managing key accounts, and achieving sales targets. Build relationships with clients and KOLs while ensuring compliance with company policies and contribut...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $183K *

Engage senior-level stakeholders and drive complex sales growth by developing data-driven solutions and strategic account plans, ensuring customer objectives are met and revenue is increased across Co...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$195K - $325K *

Elevate the Risk & Compliance strategy for R&D, leading a team to foster a risk-aware culture, manage budgets, and engage with stakeholders to ensure effective cyber risk management across GSK's resea...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as you lead banks through digital transformations, managing complex implementations while building trusted relationships with executives and cross-functional teams to ensure time...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by providing expert guidance in Cerner analysis, design, and implementation. Collaborate with clients and teams to address project issues and ensure successful delivery while...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $110K *

Join our mission to streamline operations! Oversee contract management and vendor relationships, ensuring smooth processes and strong partnerships. Utilize detail-oriented skills to enhance efficiency...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $160K *

Drive sales growth by managing territory activities, cultivating relationships, and executing strategic business plans to achieve quotas. Collaborate with clinical teams and present solutions to key s...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $135K *

Collaborate with leaders to manage employee relations and complex investigations, providing expert guidance and risk assessments in a dynamic, regulated environment. Drive best practices and support w...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $154K *

Shape customer success by managing complex escalations, driving improvements, and coordinating cross-functional teams. Your leadership will enhance workflows and ensure high-quality resolutions, makin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $193K *

Transform healthcare technology by leading product strategy and execution for a revenue integrity solution. Drive innovation, engage stakeholders, and optimize outcomes to enhance hospital operations...

Draper, UTRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $130K *

Grow and lead complex multidisciplinary projects from initiation to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to deliver high-quality results while managing budgets, schedules, and relati...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic nursing initiatives across oncology franchises, ensuring effective execution of portfolio strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resources and enhance field...

San Francisco, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Drive strategic nursing initiatives across oncology franchises, ensuring effective execution of portfolio strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resources and enhance field pe...

Charlotte, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping oncology nursing strategies across multiple franchises. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance field execution, optimize operations, and drive impactful educa...

Miami, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.