Manager, Sciences Jobs

Explore Manager, Sciences opportunities for experienced professionals ready to lead scientific teams, programs, and operations. These roles span research and development, laboratory management, clinical and life sciences, environmental science, and other technical fields. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you discover senior-level opportunities that match your expertise.

What Does a Manager, Sciences Do?

Science managers guide teams and projects that turn specialized knowledge into reliable research, products, or services. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include setting priorities, overseeing experiments or laboratory workflows, managing budgets and timelines, ensuring quality and safety, and communicating findings to technical and business stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for a relevant scientific background, leadership experience, and the ability to manage complex projects. Helpful qualifications may include an advanced degree or equivalent experience, expertise in a scientific discipline, familiarity with regulatory or quality standards, strong analytical and communication skills, and a record of developing teams and delivering results.

Career Opportunities for Science Managers

Manager, Sciences titles vary by industry and employer. You may find openings in biotech and pharmaceuticals, healthcare, academic or government research, manufacturing, energy, and environmental organizations. Related roles can include research manager, laboratory manager, scientific program manager, R&D manager, and clinical science manager.

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$135K - $160K *

Lead a dynamic team to transform AI strategies into impactful healthcare solutions. Oversee engineering execution, guide architecture, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-functional p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $176K *

Lead the charge in managing a high-performing PMO team, driving project success through strategic financial oversight, talent development, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational eff...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $400K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of digital supply chain management. You'll architect and optimize ERP, PLM, and inventory systems, ensuring data integrity and operational scalability across glob...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing relationships with CFA Societies across the Americas. Collaborate with boards and volunteers to support their strategic goals, ensuring they receive the resources needed t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $106K *

Explore an impactful role where you'll lead proposal initiatives, collaborate across teams, and enhance our RFP processes to drive growth while improving educational outcomes for districts and student...

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1 month ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate safety data management by leading GPS operations, ensuring compliance and quality in safety reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system workflows and drive improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $122K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic accounting team, managing full-cycle accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with fin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $181K *

Lead and optimize enterprise data platforms and Salesforce AMS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Collaborate with stakeholders to align systems with organizational goals while managing...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead energy efficiency programs, manage cross-functional teams, and develop strategic plans that exceed client expectations while driving sustainability initiatives and fosterin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering excellent customer service and collaboration across teams...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $122K *

Unlock your potential as you lead financial planning, analytics, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate closely with executives to drive performance improvements and optimize resource allocation, fost...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing pharmaceutical programs, ensuring smooth operations, client relationships, and strategic execution while overseeing performance metrics and enhancing team collaboration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $199K *

Champion clinical pharmacy operations by leading teams to enhance pharmaceutical care, ensuring compliance and cost-effective drug utilization while developing innovative programs that align with corp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Execute project management strategies to drive research initiatives, ensuring effective collaboration and communication across teams. Manage project life cycles, optimize processes, and enhance outcom...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading the Sponsored Programs division to enhance funding levels and proposal output. Oversee financial management, develop policies, and ensure compliance while fostering collabo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Transform client relationships by managing pharmaceutical programs, overseeing staff, and ensuring operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program performance while adhering t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $175K *

Lead and innovate within our ML Operations team, driving scalable machine learning solutions. Oversee a talented group while ensuring robust integration of ML technologies, optimizing performance, and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $145K *

Optimize commercial accounting processes by managing revenue, inventory, and accounts receivable. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and drive process impro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $165K *

Transform AI initiatives by establishing a scalable operating model that integrates cross-functional teams, enhances stakeholder collaboration, and drives transparency in roadmaps and reporting for a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $175K *

Lead strategic initiatives to enhance customer success for high-value enterprise accounts, fostering long-lasting partnerships, driving engagement, and optimizing retention while managing a high-perfo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$102K - $152K *

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate operational efficiency by leading shared service improvements and cross-functional collaboration to enhance patient and provider experiences while driving team performance and process excellen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Life Sciences programs, ensuring alignment with customer commitments. Drive delivery across teams, proactively addressing risks and building a PMO as the business s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Manager, Sciences?question toggle

    A Manager, Sciences leads scientific teams, projects, or operations. The role may involve research oversight, laboratory or program management, budgeting, quality and safety practices, and collaboration with technical and business partners.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Manager, Sciences jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by field, but employers often seek a degree or equivalent expertise in a relevant science, experience leading teams or projects, and strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Some roles require advanced degrees or knowledge of regulatory standards.

  • Where do science managers work?question toggle

    Science managers work across industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, academic and government research, manufacturing, energy, and environmental science.

  • What related job titles should I search for?question toggle

    Related titles include Research Manager, Laboratory Manager, Scientific Program Manager, R&D Manager, Clinical Science Manager, and Research and Development Director.

  • How can I find Manager, Sciences jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search by title, location, and relevant skills to narrow opportunities to your career goals.