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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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of animal research by leading vivarium operations and compliance. Oversee IACUC programs, support investigators, and ensure regulatory adherence while managing financial performance a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $128K *

Grow your career by engaging in HR operations, managing HRIS, and overseeing compliance, benefits, and leave management to support a dynamic global team while enhancing departmental strategies and pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join us in driving growth within the pharma industry by enhancing supplier relationships and optimizing product portfolios. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic insights and su...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize product strategies and supplier relationships to drive growth in the lubricants and metal working fluids sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance market insights and support...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing laboratory operations while ensuring compliance and quality standards. Utilize your leadership skills to drive production efficiency and continuous improveme...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Empower the clinical lab operations by leading strategic initiatives, managing workflow, and driving continuous improvement to ensure high-quality production while adhering to regulatory standards and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform the clinical supply chain by executing key activities for global clinical studies, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Manage logistics, inventory, and vendor relations while collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $129K *

Unlock potential by leading the advancement of integrated quality management systems across multiple sites. Ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster collaboration while overseeing c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$71K - $89K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing laboratory operations through effective leadership, strategic planning, and quality assurance. Drive efficiency and mentor staff to meet public health goals w...

Orillia, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $89K *

Manage and lead laboratory operations, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality standards. Collaborate with teams to meet performance targets, mentor staff, and implement innovative strategies fo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $97K *

Join a team that impacts patient care daily by driving sales at hospitals and clinics. Leverage your relationship-building skills to promote advanced wound management solutions and educate users about...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $204K *

Drive the strategy and delivery of Product Lifecycle Management solutions, leading cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, compliant, and innovative PLM capabilities that align with business transf...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development and enhancement of a comprehensive Management System framework, ensuring compliance and efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and c...

Chalk River, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $150K *

Empower our Process Engineering team by leading innovations and scaling commercial assays. Drive enhancements in chemistry processes, mentor junior engineers, and ensure FDA/GMP compliance while optim...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by partnering with our R&D teams to drive financial planning, analytics, and decision support for groundbreaking biotech initiatives that shape the future of drug discovery and dev...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of clinical supply integration. Lead coordination efforts across global teams, ensuring timely delivery of investigational products while driving continuous improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $160K *

Deliver excellence in clinical supply integration by coordinating global operations, managing timelines, and ensuring effective collaboration across teams and vendors. Lead initiatives to optimize pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $234K *

Lead impactful client engagements while collaborating with teams to deliver actionable insights and strategic recommendations. Drive business development and mentor junior staff, ensuring excellence i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $234K *

Drive transformation by leading client engagements, guiding teams to deliver actionable solutions, and fostering business growth through project development and mentoring. Make your mark by ensuring s...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $140K *

Drive regulatory excellence in medical devices and biologics, ensuring compliance and strategic submissions to FDA and international bodies. Collaborate across teams to support product development and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $234K *

Drive client engagement and project success by leading teams to deliver actionable insights and strategic recommendations, fostering business development, and mentoring junior staff to enhance team ca...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $234K *

Partner with us to lead client engagements, ensure impactful project delivery, and generate actionable insights while fostering team development and exploring new business opportunities in a dynamic e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $130K *

Drive the acquisition and usability of clinical data to enhance healthcare outcomes. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze data gaps, implement integrations, and optimize processes, ensuring timel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $222K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading site management teams throughout trial phases, ensuring compliance and outstanding patient care. Play a critical role in driving scientific advancements within...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $220K *

Unlock project management excellence in Global Regulatory Affairs, driving timelines and compliance for drug submissions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate documentation and effective...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 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.