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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$122K - $338K *

Pioneer transformative digital strategies for Life Sciences clients, leading multidisciplinary teams to modernize product distribution and enhance customer experiences through AI-driven ecosystems and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $316K *

Drive innovative immunological safety strategies by leading a talented team in developing robust evaluation models. Ensure high-quality mechanistic insights for early detection of immune-related risks...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to commercial excellence by enhancing performance, driving growth, and improving execution across the customer journey. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven stra...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $134K *

Accelerate growth by managing key accounts, building relationships, and driving sales strategies. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance customer satisfaction and expand market share while achievi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$98K - $134K *

Join a team that's driving growth by managing key accounts, building relationships, and executing sales strategies. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance customer satisfaction and achieve...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$117K - $171K *

Champion healthcare financial analysis to optimize costs and outcomes. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop strategies and analytical tools that enhance decision-making, ensuring alignment with o...

Somerville, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$117K - $171K *

Unlock your potential by leading financial analysis and modeling for healthcare initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance population health interventions and drive data-driven strategic d...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $178K *

Unlock potential by leading pharmacy operations and analytics, driving strategic initiatives, and optimizing revenue cycles. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient experiences and ensure financia...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Optimize construction costs by managing estimations, reporting, and vendor relations for a large capital program. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success across multiple phases in the...

3 weeks ago

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

$177K - $278K *

Unlock enterprise value by leading category strategies and managing a team of category managers. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to optimize external spend, drive innovation, and ensure sustainab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $177K *

Lead the charge in maximizing executive efficiency by managing complex schedules, coordinating communications, and ensuring seamless operations within the Office of the CEO. Collaborate across teams t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $177K *

Optimize the CEO's effectiveness by managing schedules, travel, and communications. Collaborate with the Chief of Staff to ensure seamless operations and support executive priorities, enhancing organi...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $177K *

Support the CEO by managing schedules, travel, and communications. Collaborate with the Chief of Staff to ensure effective meeting preparation and execution, while maintaining discretion and prioritiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $161K *

Transform your career by leading the design and implementation of Veeva Vault RIM, ensuring optimal performance and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experienc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $259K *

Inspire high-performing sales teams while driving impactful solutions for mid-sized Public Sector organizations. Utilize coaching, strategic problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical standards by leading compendial analytical methods, ensuring compliance with global pharmacopeias, and driving method verification strategies to enhance product qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Accelerate your career by leading compendial analytical methods and ensuring compliance with global pharmacopeial standards. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies and documentation for successf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower workplace excellence by leading multi-site operations, enhancing guest experiences, and managing vendor relationships. Drive efficiency and compliance while supporting executive needs in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage cost services for a major capital construction program, supporting construction projects in the life sciences sector. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate cost estimations, reportin...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to drive bioanalytical analysis and method validation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while utilizing advanced instrumentation and data processing techniques in a co...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $220K *

Drive the success of clinical study projects by managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure project objectives are met while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $220K *

Optimize project delivery by leading clinical study initiatives, ensuring quality, budget, and timelines are met. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive success in complex global trials while man...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project execution in global healthcare market research, managing timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and compliance while...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize quality management systems and drive compliance improvements at a plasma donor center by evaluating processes, implementing SOPs, and leading audits to ensure product quality, donor safety, a...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K *

Drive supply chain efficiency and compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Oversee logistics operations, develop strategies, manage vendor relations, and lead a talented team to optimize costs and...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.