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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$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by executing localized marketing strategies that drive demand generation and support sales growth within the BioPharma sector across North America, utilizing strong collaboration skil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform regional marketing strategies through tailored campaigns, local events, and essential sales support to foster growth in the BioPharma market. Collaborate with sales teams to cultivate expert...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive localized marketing strategies and campaigns to enhance demand generation within the BioPharma sector, collaborating effectively with sales and cross-functional teams to achieve regional busines...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Optimize local marketing strategies to drive demand generation and sales growth in the BioPharma sector. Collaborate with sales teams and Key External Experts while managing events and gathering marke...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate regional success by executing tailored marketing strategies in the BioPharma sector. Collaborate across teams to enhance demand generation and cultivate relationships with key experts while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic marketing role that drives demand and sales growth in the BioPharma sector. Collaborate with sales teams, execute localized campaigns, and engage with Key External Expe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate growth by leading business development strategies in Healthcare and Life Sciences. Collaborate with attorneys to drive client engagement, manage projects, and enhance market positioning thr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Shape impactful insights through analytics, driving data-informed decisions for healthcare clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance marketing performance and audience understanding...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Play a key role in shaping our People Operations infrastructure, overseeing onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance. Collaborate across teams during a period of rapid growth to enhance the...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing associate experiences by developing people strategies that drive engagement, compliance, and organizational effectiveness in a dynamic HR leadership role...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency while developing staff to meet strategic goals. Drive continuous improvement and oversee production processes i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$131K - $210K *

Lead the charge in managing an R&D lab, overseeing daily operations, resource allocation, and continuous improvement projects. Drive compliance, budget management, and team development while ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of laboratory information management by leading high-quality LIMS implementations for public health and environmental laboratories, ensuring stakeholder alignment and project success...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Manage and execute complex LIMS implementations for public health and environmental labs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, stakeholder alignment, and high-quality out...

Tucson, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Drive efficiency, manage resources, and serve as the primary liaison between clien...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of data modeling as a Schemas PM, driving AI-integrated solutions and collaborating across teams to enhance user experiences and product stability based on customer insights...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Architect and execute a global sourcing strategy while leading a high-performing team in life sciences. Drive supplier management, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance, all while fostering innov...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $211K *

Elevate quality assurance by leading compliance initiatives and risk assessments. Drive continuous improvement in quality systems, ensuring regulatory adherence and effective training across teams in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing for Mechanical commodities, optimizing cost, quality, and supply continuity. Drive supplier performance and enhance vendor management processes while achieving ke...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality management across multiple sites. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and serve as the key liaison for...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative life sciences projects by managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring technical excellence, and collaborating with clients to achieve cutting-edge solutions for...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing clinical sample operations for global trials. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless biosample management, from collection to analysis, while maintaining quality and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $219K *

Innovate enterprise planning processes by defining standards, managing templates, and leading integrations across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective implementation...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $219K *

Transform enterprise planning by leading process standards and technical integration. Collaborate across functions to ensure effective use of planning tools, manage templates, and drive continuous imp...

2 days 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.