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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$210K - $258K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Engagement Manager, leading complex consulting projects for pharmaceutical clients. Drive strategic medical initiatives, foster client relationships, and mentor teams...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $207K *

Champion the future of Experience Management in Life Sciences by driving strategic growth, cultivating C-suite relationships, and leading complex negotiations to enhance patient outcomes and operation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion success in life sciences by driving enterprise solutions sales. Leverage industry connections to secure strategic partnerships and grow revenue across a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in life sciences by executing strategic sales initiatives, building trusting relationships, and elevating client partnerships to expand our enterprise solutions f...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead operational excellence in clinical registry programs, ensuring compliance and performance across cross-functional teams. Drive strategic initiatives, manage risks, and enhance site engagement whi...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $170K *

Champion growth by engaging complex life sciences accounts, driving value through strategic relationships. Navigate multifaceted deals with precision, collaborating across teams for impactful sales su...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Deliver strategic regulatory leadership for global development programs, overseeing regulatory strategy and execution from late-stage clinical phases to marketing authorization while ensuring complian...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to drive growth and customer engagement in the life sciences sector. Leverage your technical expertise and strategic insight to build trusted relationships and deliver analytics soluti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Manage the technical implementation of telehealth solutions for clients, ensuring integrated workflows and reliable functionality. Collaborate with project teams for a comprehensive solution that enha...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $196K *

Lead and develop a team of Clinical Database Programmers to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of clinical database programming activities, driving operational excellence and innovation in clinical...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $219K *

Empower data management excellence by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements across multiple clinical trials while mentoring staff and maintaining high d...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Unlock potential by spearheading scalable product solutions that transform workflow primitives into reusable components, driving efficiencies across teams and optimizing the collaboration between engi...

Palo Alto, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive business growth by identifying and securing new opportunities in life sciences and CPG sectors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions and exceed sales targets whi...

Newtown, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $182K *

Lead regulatory strategies for US promotional materials, ensuring compliance with FDA standards while collaborating across departments. Provide expertise for complex products, navigating regulatory la...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $100K *

Transform clinical trial execution by managing home visit projects, collaborating with teams and vendors to ensure compliance and success. Lead training, mentor junior staff, and drive process improve...

Maine, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading global home trial projects, ensuring seamless execution of participant visits. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive success while mentoring junior members and e...

Nevada, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $193K *

Drive growth in molecular diagnostics by creating market strategies, launching campaigns, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance transplant patient outcomes globally. Shape compelling narrati...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee complex software deployments, ensuring governance and stakeholder engagement across multiple sites. Drive successful outcomes for strategic customers while managing...

Tucson, AZRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $222K *

Pioneer advanced analytics strategies to optimize omnichannel investments, translating global performance data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable com...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $103K *

Drive success in regulatory affairs by preparing critical submissions for medical and diagnostic devices. Oversee compliance with U.S. and international regulations while collaborating with cross-func...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $194K *

Transform healthcare sales by leading and motivating a high-performing team, driving revenue, and ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction while collaborating with various stakeholders across the or...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage clinical data throughout study lifecycles, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data strategy and support innovative solu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $306K *

Elevate customer engagement by developing and executing strategic study plans, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful project delivery in the rare disease therapeutic area...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance global trial management for Psychiatric and Neurological Rare Diseases. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget while ensuring effective stakehol...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $195K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing a diverse clinical team across regions, ensuring timely and quality clinical deliverables while driving strategic initiatives and fostering talent...

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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.