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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$175K - $235K *

Drive success in major capital projects for life sciences, leading teams to deliver complex initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction while ensuring strategic alignment a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $235K *

Drive strategic leadership and operational excellence across capital projects exceeding $200M. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client value, mentor teams, and ensure alignment with regulator...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $235K *

Join a dynamic team that drives high-value capital projects exceeding $200M, providing strategic leadership and governance while mentoring others in the life sciences sector. Collaborate cross-functio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join us to bridge the gap between business needs and technology solutions. As a strategic partner, you'll align IT capabilities with organizational goals, driving impactful technology initiatives that...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate growth by leading strategic life sciences accounts, driving AI deployment to enhance R&D, operations, and compliance. Leverage technical and scientific acumen to establish impactful relatio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of life sciences by managing strategic accounts and driving AI technology adoption across biopharma, medtech, and scientific services. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impact...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $113K *

Champion operational excellence by overseeing ambulatory services, enhancing patient access, and driving customer satisfaction. Collaborate with medical leadership to optimize efficiency and foster a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in cost management for large-scale projects in life sciences, ensuring high-quality outcomes through effective procurement strategies, estimating, and collaboration with stakeholders...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $218K *

Transform healthcare access by developing and executing reimbursement strategies. Engage with payers and stakeholders to enhance patient care through innovative solutions, while navigating a dynamic e...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth in the Life Sciences sector by leading sales teams, strategizing market approaches, and fostering strong client relationships to achieve ambitious sales goals and drive overall busin...

Michigan, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $240K *

Deliver impactful leadership across multi-functional product development projects, ensuring successful program execution, agile management, and stakeholder collaboration while driving strategic busine...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $173K *

Innovate and lead advanced manufacturing strategies globally, enhancing process robustness and technology adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful solutions in synthetic dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive project success by leading a dynamic team, optimizing schedules, and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate across units to achieve revenue targets and ensure timely deliverables while fo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $130K *

Advance business operations by overseeing project management and staff, optimizing clinical care delivery, and driving process improvements to enhance performance and cost efficiency in a dynamic heal...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare by overseeing business operations and project management. Drive performance improvements, optimize reporting, and enhance clinical outcomes in a fast-paced environment w...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $209K *

Empower regulatory success by managing integrated plans for multiple programs, ensuring alignment across teams, and driving timely execution of regulatory activities while navigating complex dependenc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Explore transformative possibilities in computational biology by partnering with pharma allies to enhance drug discovery, utilizing AI tools to analyze complex datasets and drive impactful solutions i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $175K *

Transform the future of drug discovery by integrating AI and data science, collaborating with pharma partners to extract insights from molecular datasets and enhance research tools. Lead innovative pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Advance the future of drug discovery by integrating molecular and clinical datasets, utilizing AI-driven insights, and collaborating across functions to enhance research efficiency and impact in the p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $165K *

Strategize regulatory initiatives to align with business goals, ensuring compliance and successful product lifecycle management. Lead cross-functional teams, assess risks, and drive effective regulato...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead Corporate FP&A initiatives, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance management. Oversee financial analysis and reporting while enhancing systems and dashboards for improved decision-makin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful medical communication programs by managing client relationships and ensuring project delivery aligns with quality standards, budget, and timelines in a fast-paced, collaborative envir...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by engaging in cutting-edge analytical methods for cell and gene therapy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and innovate within a regulated environment...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $216K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technology consulting projects in biopharma, ensuring successful implementation of patient services solutions. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to drive...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in regulatory operations, ensuring compliance with global standards and effective communication across teams. Drive submissions, audits, and risk assessments to uphold quality and regu...

Today

  •   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.