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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$120K - $145K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovative life science projects from concept to launch. Ensure successful delivery by meeting quality, cost, and timeline metrics while promoting continuous impro...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative strategies to enhance product performance and market presence. Collaborate cross-functionally to address patient needs, drive engagement, and support commercial initiatives in the...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading strategic initiatives in the Oligo & Peptide market. Partner with diverse teams to enhance industry presence and operational excellence, fostering growth and establishing C...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Deliver technical leadership in designing and validating complex medical device systems. Lead cross-functional teams in user needs, architecture, risk management, and compliance while mentoring engine...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of the Oligo and Peptide market. Lead cross-functional efforts to enhance strategic positioning, build industry presence, and mentor talent, driving innovation an...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $130K *

Lead operations at cutting-edge facilities, ensuring high-quality product delivery. Drive operational excellence, manage cross-functional teams, and implement continuous improvement strategies while f...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform environmental and safety standards across multiple facilities. Lead compliance initiatives, training, and audits while fostering relationships with regulatory bodies. Drive continuous improv...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $215K *

Elevate your career by leading high-throughput in vitro ADME assay development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in drug discovery, ensuring data integrity and operational e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in site activation for complex clinical studies, ensuring timely and quality delivery while managing project plans and stakeholder engagements to exceed expectations and enhance operat...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving global site activation for complex clinical studies, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables while collaborating with internal and sponsor stakeholders to...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Tackle the complexities of global site activation for clinical studies, ensuring timely, quality deliverables through effective management of plans, risks, and stakeholder coordination across diverse...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive the planning and management of feasibility and site activation activities, ensuring quality deliverables and timely execution for clinical studies while collaborating with diverse teams to meet...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in accelerating site activation for global clinical studies, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and sponsor expectations are consistently met. Oversee project coordination and driv...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in efficiently activating global investigative sites, ensuring they meet crucial study timelines and quality standards while exceeding sponsor expectations through strategic project ma...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join our team to lead and optimize global site activation for clinical studies, ensuring quality, adherence to timelines, and exceeding sponsor expectations through effective project management and co...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving site activation for global studies, ensuring top quality and timely project deliverables while collaborating with teams to exceed sponsor expectations and meet regulatory st...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead and accelerate the activation of global investigative sites by managing timelines, budgets, and quality outputs for clinical studies. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure co...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Elevate the activation of global investigative sites, ensuring timely and quality project delivery while collaborating across teams to meet and exceed sponsor expectations. Drive operational excellenc...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive excellence in site activation for clinical studies, overseeing project plans, timelines, and quality deliverables while enhancing communication among cross-functional teams to exceed expectation...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower clinical research projects by managing feasibility and site activation activities, ensuring timely and quality deliverables while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders for...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as you manage site activation activities for clinical studies, ensuring timely deliverables and high quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive project success in t...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving global site activation and ensuring project success through meticulous management, stakeholder coordination, and adherence to timelines while exceeding client expectations...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive the activation of global investigative sites ensuring timely, budget-friendly, and quality outcomes in clinical studies. Manage project coordination and exceed sponsor expectations while collabo...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Engage and drive global site activation projects, ensuring timely and quality delivery while managing stakeholder interactions. Champion compliance, optimize processes, and exceed client expectations...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead your career forward by managing site activation and feasibility for clinical studies, ensuring timely and quality deliverables while coordinating across teams to uphold regulatory and ethical sta...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.