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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$218K - $335K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by leading a talented engineering team to build robust evaluation platforms and metrics that ensure AV performance is optimized, scalable, and data-driven, foste...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $141K *

Drive efficiency and reliability by leading a team of Controls Engineers to enhance regional plant technology and optimize machine processes, ensuring consistent implementation of industry standards a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive customer success by managing key accounts in cattle genomics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery, support genomic solutions, and ensure high-quality customer exp...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $155K *

Lead the charge in customer-focused project management, ensuring effective delivery of technical solutions while coordinating with diverse stakeholders and fostering strong relationships for successfu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $168K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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

$130K - $216K *

Transform program administration for a large federal services initiative, overseeing workforce planning, financial operations, and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational eff...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Innovate your career by leading product strategy and execution in AI-driven simulation and autonomy. Collaborate with customers and technical teams to transform complex needs into impactful product so...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $158K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in project management for enterprise decisioning. Collaborate across business and technology teams to ensure successful delivery of complex initiatives while main...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$242K - $275K *

Lead the charge in developing and deploying robust containerized software, manage CI/CD workflows, and grow a cohesive engineering team to enhance customer security operations and software delivery ac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $245K *

Champion AI strategy and implementation in healthcare, leading a team to deliver measurable value. Drive business development, client engagement, and practice growth while shaping innovative solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$129K - $177K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $173K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform the energy & utilities landscape by leading OT and infrastructure workstreams throughout the private equity investment lifecycle, driving diligence, integration, and value creation for criti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at driving sales in the CNS marketplace by leveraging your expertise in healthcare and collaborating with teams to achieve strategic business objectives while engaging healthcare p...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $152K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance for Crop Protection products. Lead regulatory strategies, manage submissions, and collaborate across departments to navigate complex regulations in...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower healthcare IT delivery by managing a dynamic team, ensuring operational excellence, and driving EMR performance. Collaborate with clinical stakeholders to enhance patient care through effectiv...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock a culture of safety by leading regional initiatives, enhancing programs, and mentoring safety professionals. Collaborate with plant leadership to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvem...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Drive customer satisfaction and sales in life sciences by leveraging your expertise to build relationships and execute strategic initiatives with key accounts in academia and industry...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of remediation services by leading CWM projects for federal clients. Collaborate with experts to develop strategies, manage budgets, and ensure quality in field operations while drivi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $200K *

Champion commercial manufacturing excellence by leading technical operations, ensuring on-time delivery of drug products and APIs, and collaborating with regulatory teams to meet compliance and perfor...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.