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.
$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...
2 weeks 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
Sr Manager, Continuous Improvement IMED/Inframarginal
$138K - $163K *
Unlock potential by leading continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations, enhancing safety, quality, delivery, and cost efficiency. Drive strategic CI project execution and team...
Reposted today
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...
1 month 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...
1 month 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
$80K - $100K *
Elevate quality standards by conducting analytical testing in a GMP environment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance and excellence in documentation and testing for clinical and comme...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform your career by supporting scientific teams as their dedicated contact for laboratory instruments, ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently while building strong relationships within...
4 weeks ago
Learning & Development Partner Manager, Life Sciences
$100K - $270K *
Unlock potential by designing and delivering effective role-specific training for AI-driven transformations in Life Sciences, ensuring teams are prepared for operational changes through comprehensive...
4 weeks ago
$168K - $269K *
Transform the future of manufacturing by leading complex projects and cross-functional teams to ensure timely, compliant equipment launches that meet business and customer needs. Drive innovation and...
2 weeks ago
Director, Software Product Management
$192K - $256K *
Empower strategic product innovation and lifecycle management for scientific solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop impactful product strategies and drive revenue growth, while leading g...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Manager, Post Market Quality & Compliance
$100K - $120K *
Lead the post-market quality program for SaMD products, enhancing processes and collaboration across teams to ensure compliance and safety throughout the product lifecycle, including investigations an...
3 weeks ago
$123K - $149K *
Join a dynamic team to ensure the technical success of pharmaceutical packaging processes, supporting external manufacturing through technical expertise, robust assessments, and the continuous improve...
Reposted 3 days ago
Sr. Manager, Application Support & Ops Services
$124K - $207K *
Lead a global team to enhance application support for manufacturing systems, ensuring seamless operations and issue resolution while driving continuous improvement and innovation in IT support practic...
Reposted 3 days ago
Director, Omics Enabling Platforms
$160K - $200K *
Transform the future of drug discovery by leading an Omics Enabling organization that integrates cutting-edge technologies and AI to accelerate biological insights and scalable data generation for inn...
2 weeks ago
Director, Omics Enabling Platforms
$160K - $200K *
Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative omics platforms, integrating automation and AI for drug discovery. Drive high-dimensional data generation and biological insights to accelerat...
2 weeks ago
$112K - $193K *
Oversee pharmacy operations, ensuring quality care and financial success while coaching staff and building strong relationships with consumers and clinic partners to enhance service delivery and commu...
1 week ago
$112K - $193K *
Shape the future of pharmacy services by overseeing operations, enhancing patient care, and leading a dedicated team. Drive financial growth while ensuring compliance and fostering strong relationship...
1 week ago
$112K - $193K *
Empower the future of pharmacy services by leading operations, enhancing patient care, and developing a high-performing team. Drive financial growth while ensuring compliance and fostering strong comm...
2 weeks 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.