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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$140K - $170K *

Lead client-focused cost management initiatives for complex construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with objectives. Foster stakeholder collaboration, support life sciences secto...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare analytics by developing advanced data systems. Lead a dynamic group of data scientists to drive machine learning initiatives, optimize data workflow...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $165K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and excellence in Quality Management Systems. Oversee Quality personnel, drive continuous improvement, and support product development in a regulated medical dev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Drive the development of scalable data systems that enhance clinical, research, and operational initiatives. Lead a team of data scientists in implementing cutting-edge analytics solutions, ensuring d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $165K *

Optimize manufacturing processes and lead technology transfers, ensuring operational excellence and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and address technical cha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $121K *

Transform service operations by leading technical expertise in cooling systems, ensuring optimal performance and support for mission-critical data center environments while managing training, troubles...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $189K *

Drive strategic growth by leading product management initiatives, shaping roadmaps, and collaborating across functions to enhance customer value and support business objectives in a dynamic, matrixed...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead and support a facilities team, ensuring effective maintenance and safety protocols in our manufacturing environment. Collaborate cross-functionally while driving operational excellence and team d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead impactful clinical projects by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring successful execution and delivery of objectives while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in a dy...

Georgia, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Lead the evolution of developer-facing products by enhancing APIs and SDKs. Own the roadmap, understand developer needs, and shape integrations to empower innovative life sciences teams with cutting-e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Join a team that's advancing next-generation cell therapies by designing and executing in vitro assays to select CAR-T candidates, driving data-driven decisions in a dynamic, collaborative environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $102K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance within a groundbreaking team, innovating processes and systems that deliver cutting-edge cell therapy solutions, ensuring compliance and excellence throughout ever...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform clinical operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality trial management, and driving innovation through technology and AI solutions. Your strategic oversight will enhance perfo...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $258K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Engagement Manager, leading complex consulting projects for pharmaceutical clients. Drive strategic medical initiatives, foster client relationships, and mentor teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $207K *

Champion the future of Experience Management in Life Sciences by driving strategic growth, cultivating C-suite relationships, and leading complex negotiations to enhance patient outcomes and operation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing by leading CQV activities. Oversee construction, installation, and validation processes to ensure compliance with GMP standards, collaborating with div...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Champion success in life sciences by driving enterprise solutions sales. Leverage industry connections to secure strategic partnerships and grow revenue across a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring...

RemoteRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in life sciences by executing strategic sales initiatives, building trusting relationships, and elevating client partnerships to expand our enterprise solutions f...

RemoteRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to accelerating product lifecycle management through expert project oversight. This role supports cross-functional activities, ensuring smooth operations while meeting pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to ensure product quality through microbiological and analytical testing, compliance with GMP standards, and environmental monitoring, while contributing to the validation of life-saving...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive impactful validation projects in life sciences. Collaborate with experts, lead teams, and enhance client performance by delivering innovative solutions and ensuring compli...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $156K *

Join a team that transforms drug discovery through advanced cheminformatics and machine learning. Leverage proprietary datasets to develop robust models, enhance compound prioritization, and drive inn...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $112K *

Elevate facility operations by ensuring GMP readiness and HSE compliance. Lead cleaning and maintenance teams, manage asset care, and champion safety practices to maintain a high-standard manufacturin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Lead quality assurance and regulatory compliance efforts in a dynamic life sciences environment. Drive modernization through automation and AI, ensuring adherence to GxP standards while enhancing insp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $293K *

Join a team that's shaping strategic initiatives and operational readiness for new product development, ensuring successful execution and integration across multiple business units in a dynamic enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.