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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Search Ladders for Manager, Sciences jobs paying $100K or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions where your scientific expertise and leadership strengths can make an impact.

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$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a team that drives scientific initiatives and supports business development. Collaborate with R&D leadership and serve as a vital internal and external scientific resource, enhan...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion regulatory strategies for innovative natural products, ensuring compliance and safety across global markets. Engage with authorities and industry leaders to secure approvals and drive scienti...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $112K *

Serve as a vital collaborator in pediatric research initiatives, enhancing data infrastructure and supporting scholarly endeavors to bridge healthcare gaps and foster knowledge advancement within Main...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Champion project management excellence by leading life sciences initiatives from planning to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals and delivering high-quality facilities that foster innovat...

Reposted today

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

$100K - $150K *

Lead life sciences projects from planning to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to manage budgets, schedules, and procurement...

Reposted today

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

$110K - $129K *

Champion research excellence by managing core operations, driving funding initiatives, and overseeing facility efficiency. Collaborate with academic leads to enhance strategic planning and service del...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$208K - $275K *

Champion the future of decision optimization by leading a talented team of applied scientists. Drive innovation in marketplace mechanisms and enhance business decisions through rigorous experimentatio...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence and transformation initiatives, leading teams to align strategic priorities with innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. Drive engagement and foster a culture of...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $105K *

Drive advanced computational solutions for multi-institutional research projects, integrating AI and HPC technologies. Collaborate with faculty and manage a team to enhance research computing services...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Innovate and shape the future of research computing by developing scalable software solutions that enhance scientific workflows. Collaborate with faculty and students to leverage advanced technologies...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join our team as a Scientific Manager, where you'll oversee lab operations, support research initiatives, and collaborate with scientists to drive innovative projects in a dynamic environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers to integrate AI solutions across business functions, fostering partnerships and driving technical excellence while managing governance processes and champion networks...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion the coordination and execution of a multi-institutional research initiative, providing strategic leadership and operational support to advance project goals, manage stakeholder relationships...

Reposted yesterday

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

$167K - $219K *

Lead the charge in managing critical environments for R&D labs, ensuring operational excellence and team development while overseeing MEP systems and compliance across diverse facilities. Drive reliab...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing campus infrastructure through effective project management. Oversee all phases of planning, design, and construction, ensuring projects meet academic and rese...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive impactful projects by collaborating with leaders to define goals, streamline processes, and implement solutions. Utilize data-driven methods to enhance project management capacity and ensure suc...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Empower operational excellence by leading a dynamic team in a laboratory setting. Drive performance, ensure compliance, and foster continuous improvement to meet client expectations and enhance depart...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$122K - $146K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful IT projects on time and within budget. As a Project Manager, you'll lead project planning, execution, and quality control while fostering continuou...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing research data acquisition and compliance, overseeing vendor relationships and contract negotiations. Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders to ensure efficient data gove...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Champion the administration of post-award activities by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with policies, and optimizing processes to support research funding and faculty collaboration effe...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Oversee a dedicated team managing post-award activities for complex grants, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations while optimizing processes and providing mentorship to enhance team perfor...

3 weeks ago

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

$66K - $99K *

Lead the charge in managing operations of a dental teaching clinic, ensuring effective administration, staff supervision, and compliance with standards while fostering a collaborative and inclusive en...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Empower the research enterprise by ensuring operational excellence, enhancing communication, and managing complex administrative processes within an academic health system. Collaborate with leaders to...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $93K *

Manage daily operations of a new Pediatric Research Division, ensuring alignment on financial activities and human resources. Collaborate with key stakeholders to implement process improvements and ac...

1 week ago

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

$116K - $182K *

Manage operational initiatives within Pharmaceutical Sciences, collaborating with leadership to enhance efficiency and drive strategic priorities. Utilize project management skills to support budgetin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.