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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$170K - $230K *

Shape strategic direction and oversee high-value capital projects in life sciences, ensuring operational excellence and driving business impact through cross-functional leadership and mentorship...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $232K *

Lead the execution of multi-regional clinical trials, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and sponsors to drive project success and foster strong...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $232K *

Drive the execution of multi-regional clinical trials, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and sponsors to manage project scope, budgets, and ris...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $232K *

Shape the future of clinical research by leading multi-regional trials, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and sponsors to drive project success and mento...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Manage comprehensive clinical data activities, ensuring oversight from study startup through database lock. Lead cross-functional teams, guarantee vendor performance, and uphold data quality standards...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovation by leading cross-functional teams in product development. Drive timely delivery of projects through effective management and problem-solving, influencing solutions across all levels...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of product development by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and quality standards...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $215K *

Transform the software landscape by driving strategy and execution for a dynamic product portfolio, collaborating across teams to enhance customer solutions and optimize market performance...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $184K *

Join a team that's redefining bioprocessing solutions in the life sciences sector. Drive sales, develop key accounts, and collaborate with a dynamic commercial team to enhance customer relationships a...

Massachusetts, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $184K *

Join a team that's driving innovative bioprocessing solutions in the life sciences sector. Leverage your sales expertise to manage key accounts and develop new opportunities across a dynamic territory...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead complex projects in aseptic manufacturing, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring teams and managing risks across global operations...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of bioinformatics by translating customer needs into software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy and enhance workflows i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Manage product strategy and execution for software solutions in bioinformatics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into actionable software requirements, driving innov...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Shape software strategy and product requirements by collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and deliver value in a dynamic, Agile environment focused on next-gener...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Champion innovative software solutions by translating customer needs into actionable requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy and enhance user workflows in a dyn...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of supply chain strategies and operational excellence initiatives, driving digital transformation and continuous improvement across a regulated environment. Collaborate with cross...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $196K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to ensure seamless product transitions and supply chain continuity. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive successful integration of engineering solutions supporting...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering technical and operational support, mentoring staff while managing daily activities and client relationships at a prominent Life Sciences site in a dynamic en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at a critical operational hub by leading a talented team, overseeing technical support and maintenance in a life sciences environment, while improving efficiency and building stron...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$168K - $272K *

Elevate strategic pharma relationships by owning a portfolio of top accounts. Drive revenue through multi-year strategies, executive engagement, and complex negotiations, shaping commercial strategy a...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Engage with UMass Chan researchers to scout and evaluate innovative technologies, driving global commercialization initiatives and strategic partnerships within the biotech and pharmaceutical industri...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading site-level compliance programs ensuring products meet quality and regulatory standards. Guide audits and inspections, manage CAPAs, and foster a culture of accountability a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform clinical data management practices by overseeing data activities from study initiation to close-out, ensuring quality timelines and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive efficie...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $210K *

Optimize analytical methods and lifecycle management in Cell Therapy, providing strategic leadership and technical expertise to ensure compliance and product quality across global initiatives and regu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $191K *

Transform analytical strategies and lead complex programs in Cell Therapy, ensuring compliance and innovation in method validation, transfer, and performance optimization while collaborating with cros...

2 weeks ago

  •   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.