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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$110K - $130K *

Engage in pivotal regulatory activities and drive compliance strategies supporting late-stage clinical development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality submissions and navig...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of regulatory affairs by leading compliant submission strategies, supporting cross-functional teams, and managing relationships with regulatory authorities to optimize the development...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and quality excellence in a dynamic GMP environment. Oversee Quality Management System activities, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives wh...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Manage and oversee multiple Real-World Evidence studies, ensuring successful execution through strong project management and cross-functional collaboration. Lead vendor oversight and maintain quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Drive operational excellence in Real-World Evidence studies, leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution and delivery. Leverage your project management skills to oversee multiple studies...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Tackle sample processing and analysis in a dynamic laboratory environment. Ensure compliance with policies, execute analytical runs, and aid in bioanalytical problem solving while supporting laborator...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Drive growth by managing sales and account strategies in the PA region, leveraging expertise in genomics and synthetic biology to exceed targets and foster strong customer relationships while ensuring...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing logistics operations and asset management. Lead a dynamic team to enhance performance, drive continuous improvement, and foster collaboration across departme...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $172K *

Oversee statistical programming activities to ensure timely and quality analysis datasets and outputs, collaborating closely with clinical teams and vendors to meet regulatory and business objectives...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $162K *

Champion customer support by managing maintenance services and operations. Lead a team to ensure timely resolutions and enhance product performance while utilizing technical expertise and strategic pl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$67K - $115K *

Deliver comprehensive project oversight by managing bioanalytical operations, ensuring timely execution, and fostering team collaboration to meet client expectations and enhance departmental efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $115K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading a dynamic team, managing operations, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive efficiency and deliver results in a fast-paced bioanalytical en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $166K *

Pioneer innovative clinical monitoring strategies, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead a dynamic team, manage resources, and enhance service delivery while collaborating with sponsors to drive proje...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Transform the indirect procurement landscape by developing and executing category strategies, driving supplier negotiations, and optimizing spend across global operations to achieve sustainable cost e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $150K *

Lead the charge in implementing and maintaining Global Quality Systems, focusing on LIMS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement in quality manag...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $175K *

Elevate clinical supply strategies by leading global execution for multi-phase development programs. Ensure compliance and uninterrupted supply of investigational products while collaborating across t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Elevate healthcare solutions by driving sales strategies in the acute care sector. Build and nurture key customer relationships to effectively promote innovative biologic products for wound management...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Unlock patient potential by driving sales within the medical landscape. As a key player, you will foster relationships with hospitals and clinics, promoting advanced biologic products that enhance wou...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by managing key biopharma accounts to drive sales growth and build strategic relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance customer engagement while achieving revenue targ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Grow key biopharma and biotech relationships, driving sales and strategic planning across multi-stakeholder environments while managing the complete sales cycle and fostering trust-based partnerships...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Manage key Biopharma and Biotech accounts, drive sales growth, and develop strategic plans to enhance customer relationships across scientific and operational levels. Collaborate with cross-functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining the future of biopharma sales, managing key accounts and driving growth through strategic planning, relationship-building, and technical expertise. Your impact will shape...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $172K *

Transform capacity planning processes and cross-functional collaboration to align operational delivery with market demand, ensuring efficient growth and profitability in a fast-paced environment. Driv...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $135K *

Develop and commercialize innovative sample preparation and LC-MS/MS solutions, addressing complex biopharma challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive R&D projects and deliver impac...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Champion growth by leading sales efforts with Fortune 500 Life Sciences clients. Build strong relationships, identify opportunities, and deliver innovative solutions while collaborating with a dedicat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.