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.
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.
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.
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.
$86K - $115K *
Drive analytical excellence in a dynamic team, executing and interpreting bioassay experiments while ensuring compliance with safety standards and maintaining scientific rigor in data analysis and rep...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Commercialization Analytics and Insights
$114K - $147K *
Unlock insights by leading analytics initiatives that drive commercial and medical strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and optimize patient access through da...
4 days ago
Director, Enterprise Applications - SAP Platform
$190K - $215K *
Elevate the SAP technical platform by leading operations, enhancing delivery, and driving innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure stability, compliance, and continuous improvemen...
2 weeks ago
Drug Substance CDMO Relationship Manager - Senior Specialist
$83K - $102K *
Lead the charge in managing CDMO vendor relationships while ensuring seamless logistics, performance tracking, and communication across drug substance programs. Drive operational excellence and elevat...
3 weeks ago
Global Product Lifecycle & Stewardship Manager
$120K - $180K *
Shape the future of product lifecycle management by leading global initiatives that ensure compliance, market readiness, and effective commercialization across diverse teams, driving product viability...
1 week ago
Global Product Lifecycle & Stewardship Manager
$120K - $180K *
Elevate product lifecycle management by ensuring compliance, market readiness, and supportability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful commercialization and maintain a robust...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Maintenance & Reliability Engineering
$122K - $196K *
Lead the Maintenance & Reliability team to optimize plant operations, oversee equipment management, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with site leadership to enhance operationa...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize healthcare operations by leading clinical and administrative teams to enhance patient care, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency. Utilize clinical expertise and management skills to foster...
2 weeks ago
$89K - $110K *
Elevate client care by leading a dynamic team in operations management, ensuring compliance, quality, and exceptional service delivery across multiple regions while fostering a supportive work environ...
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Senior Manager, US Primary Market Research
$155K - $210K *
Transform brand strategy by generating actionable insights from primary market research. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring clarity and impact through data integration and rigorous inte...
Reposted 1 week ago
Project Manager, New Product Development (Regulatory Affairs)
$95K - $133K *
Lead the New Product Development (NPD) submission process, ensuring strategic alignment and risk mitigation. Collaborate with internal teams and partners to optimize regulatory submissions and respons...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager, New Product Development (Regulatory Affairs)
$95K - $133K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of New Product Development by leading regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with internal and external teams to drive successful product l...
2 weeks ago
Executive Director, Research - Integrative Sciences - Neuroscience
$263K - $319K *
Shape the future of neuroscience by leading external innovation efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and advancing strategic partnerships in neurological research. Drive impact through...
3 weeks ago
Executive Director, Research - Integrative Sciences - Neuroscience
$263K - $319K *
Unlock high-value neuroscience opportunities by leading strategic external collaborations, guiding teams through evaluation processes, and shaping scientific innovation to advance therapeutic developm...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Engineer innovative analytical solutions while leading a dynamic lab team. Oversee quality testing, method development, and compliance with industry standards to ensure excellence in product analysis...
1 week ago
Specialist, Systems & Analytics
$110K - $130K *
Transform the supply chain landscape by leading systems and process excellence initiatives, driving operational efficiency and governance across global operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to es...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Product Manager, Business Solutions
$93K - $136K *
Engage in defining and executing digital product strategies to enhance business solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop user-centered solutions that address complex needs and dri...
4 weeks ago
Director of Solid State Science & API Engineering (SSAE), Material Analytical Science
$230K - $345K *
Empower innovation and leadership as you drive the strategic direction of the SSAE Group, enhancing drug substance and product development while mentoring top talent in a dynamic global environment...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Manager, Medical Writing, Immunology
$134K - $184K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of immunology by leading medical writing efforts. You'll prepare clinical documents, mentor staff, and drive process improvements while collaborating with cross-f...
1 week ago
Procurement and Supply Chain Manager (Austin, TX - On-site)
$110K - $127K *
Champion procurement and supply chain excellence by leading strategic sourcing, supplier management, and inventory operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes and drive business gro...
4 weeks ago
Procurement and Supply Chain Manager (Austin, TX - On-site)
$110K - $127K *
Join a dynamic team to lead procurement and supply chain operations, optimizing supplier management and inventory processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational excellence and support...
4 weeks ago
Procurement and Supply Chain Manager (Austin, TX - On-site)
$110K - $127K *
Join a team that's enhancing supply chain and procurement processes. You will lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, and inventory control to ensure operational excellence and growth within a c...
4 weeks ago
Project Manager, New Product Introduction (NPI)
$110K - $130K *
Lead all aspects of New Product Introductions (NPI) projects, managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure successful product launches and compliance with timelines and goals, delivering...
4 weeks ago
Associate Director, Maintenance
$174K - $203K *
Lead and optimize maintenance and facility operations, driving efficiency and compliance. Manage teams and vendor relations to ensure reliable systems, oversee budgets, and champion continuous improve...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in enhancing Procurement Data Products for AI/ML, bridging Data & Analytics with Procurement AI. Drive continuous improvement and ensure data readiness for advanced analytics, supporti...
4 days ago
What does a Manager, Life Sciences do?
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?
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?
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?
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.