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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$125K - $165K *

Join a team that's leading materials operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Oversee material handling, ensure compliance, and drive operational excellence while collaborating across functi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Develop and lead on-site construction activities for high-value projects, ensuring compliance with safety and legal standards. Collaborate with teams, manage subcontractors, and maintain effective cli...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex CAPEX projects by leading CQV activities, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver life-changing therapi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$159K - $266K *

Lead complex capital projects, ensuring compliance, budget management, and timely delivery through cross-functional collaboration and strategic stakeholder engagement. Drive continuous improvement in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team driving innovative BioPharma solutions, managing high-impact projects across functions. Collaborate with partners to enhance patient care through precision therapies, ensuring time...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive execution of high-impact BioPharma projects, collaborating across teams to enhance precision medicine solutions. Leverage innovative tools and continuous improvement strategies to deliver result...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in BioPharma solutions, leading high-impact projects and collaborating across functions to enhance patient care through precision therapies and process excellence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Manage a dynamic recruitment team in Life Sciences, driving hiring success and business development initiatives while contributing to team growth and performance excellence in a vibrant office environ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a team in enhancing laboratory efficiency and compliance. Oversee resource management, client interactions, and project profitability while ensuring adherence to quality st...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$450K - $500K+*

Partner with us to lead a specialized sales team in healthcare, driving AI adoption across biopharma, payors, and providers. Leverage your expertise to coach, strategize, and build relationships that...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$450K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare with AI by building a specialized sales team, driving strategic partnerships, and delivering innovative solutions across biopharma, payors, and providers to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $163K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing cancer treatment through cutting-edge cell therapy. Lead complex, cross-functional projects at our manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient operations while collab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize genomics oligonucleotide manufacturing operations with P&L responsibility. Drive process improvements, manage a diverse team, and collaborate with sales for product innovation to enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Advance our operations by leading both Inbound and Outbound warehouse activities, driving compliance, and ensuring exceptional service. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality, optimize processes, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing and delivering clinical portfolio initiatives with strong project management skills. Drive collaboration across teams, ensuring alignment to scope, timelines, and governanc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $145K *

Manage and deliver clinical portfolio initiatives, ensuring project alignment, accountability, and stakeholder coordination while operating independently through all phases of implementation...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead market access projects, manage client needs, and deliver strategic HEOR solutions. Utilize your expertise in Canadian and US healthcare to enhance evidence generation and d...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Pioneer GxP compliance in digital quality management, ensuring software and AI products meet regulatory standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance quality processes and support audits, drivin...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of animal nutrition by leading market strategy and portfolio management. Drive sustainable growth through strategic insights, team development, and cross-functional collaboration in a...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

Drive strategic market initiatives and portfolio management to enhance growth in the North American animal sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities and influence key commerc...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $166K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of biotech by synthesizing strategic insights for commercial launch. Leverage your analytical skills to drive market research and competitive intelligence in a fa...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $163K *

Join a team dedicated to driving complex projects in the Biotech sector. You'll lead cross-functional teams and ensure project success while adhering to industry standards and best practices to meet o...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Architect innovative laboratory systems and data platforms to enhance R&D operations. Lead strategy, governance, and lifecycle management while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver sec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Lead the charge in shaping laboratory systems and scientific data platforms, driving innovation and compliance across R&D. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $142K *

Champion the execution of GxP Quality Systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency in document management and training programs while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across various GxP fu...

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  •   5 - 7 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.