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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$120K - $145K *

Transform project execution by developing and optimizing schedules for data center construction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, effective sequencing, and risk mitig...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of project schedules for data center construction, optimizing timelines and resource allocation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient sequencing and risk mitigati...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

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

$120K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $116K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $138K *

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

$150K - $180K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $144K *

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

$83K - $104K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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

$165K - $175K *

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

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $207K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $157K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $220K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $300K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.