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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$130K - $155K *

Advance operational excellence by leading a high-performing Field Service team across North America. Drive customer satisfaction, employee engagement, and continuous improvement while ensuring safe an...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Empower a high-performing team of Field Service Engineers across North America, driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in service...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $222K *

Shape your career by leading clinical project management for global trials. Drive cross-functional collaboration, ensure compliance, and meet project deliverables while fostering effective teamwork an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead field-based medical teams, ensuring client delivery and team performance while fostering scientific engagement and program growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve st...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful scientific communication by overseeing content development across therapeutic areas, ensuring strategic alignment with client goals while managing a team and collaborating with various...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing external audits for Risk Adjustment processes. Oversee audit deliverables, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance while driving continuous improv...

Missouri, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative research by managing grants and contracts, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with faculty across diverse public health disciplines to enhance funding opportunities and support...

Boston, MARemote

6 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Advance financial operations by managing project finance teams, enhancing reporting processes, and supporting month-end close activities. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate revenue recog...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career by managing financial operations for project teams, enhancing reporting accuracy, and leading financial analysis to support clinical trials and strategic decision-making...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead the development and execution of clinical study designs, ensuring effective project management and collaboration across teams. Your expertise will drive the success of clinical trials...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$181K - $263K *

Manage and develop a high-performing engineering team while overseeing deployment, scaling, and operational health of cloud infrastructure. Drive architectural design of APIs and ensure platform relia...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $220K *

Empower a dynamic team of software engineers to innovate and deliver impactful tech solutions, collaborating with cross-functional partners to enhance pediatric healthcare for children with special ne...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to impactful consulting services in government pricing, leveraging your expertise to guide clients through compliance, data analysis, and strategic initiatives while leading a collaborative...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion project management excellence to boost organizational efficiency and client satisfaction. Guide and develop teams while liaising with sponsors and vendors to ensure project success. Lead init...

Kentucky, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $165K *

Champion the future of quantum computing by defining product vision and driving development for innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quantum capabilities into SAS...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance progress at the intersection of clinical trials and supply chain management. Leverage your expertise to streamline processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure successful pro...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

Transform our proposal development process by crafting compelling narratives and presentations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance storytelling and optimize resources, ensuring our cap...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $134K *

Develop and lead clinical research budgets, ensuring compliance and alignment with institutional goals. Collaborate with diverse teams to negotiate funding terms while providing critical analysis and...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $176K *

Take ownership of scientific partnerships with healthcare professionals, driving evidence generation and strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient care and strengthen scientif...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K *

Champion project success by leading interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in the biotech and pharma sectors. Drive milestone achievement, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Drive global events strategy and execution, ensuring alignment with GTM priorities to generate measurable business outcomes across the customer lifecycle, from acquisition to retention...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Vendor Management Office, overseeing vendor governance, lifecycle management, and performance metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure vendor services align with quality, compliance...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $190K *

Elevate business systems by leading NetSuite management and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, reliable processes while leveraging AI for development. Mentor a t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining research excellence by leading complex custom projects. You'll drive insights for top brands, manage client relationships, and mentor junior researchers while ensuring hi...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.