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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$93K - $103K *

Shape the future of student success by managing the Yardi Scholars Program, enhancing academic support, developing innovative programming, and fostering collaboration with faculty and campus partners...

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading academic services to enhance student success and program excellence. Oversee operations, manage staff, and ensure compliance while fostering collaboration within a dynamic...

2 days ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Partner with us to design and manage impactful programs in a collaborative research environment, guiding strategic initiatives, outreach efforts, and comprehensive communications to advance academic g...

1 month ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enterprise data governance, defining policies and standards to enhance data management and stewardship. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build a trusted data platform and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$105K - $120K *

Empower healthcare professionals by engaging remotely with cardiologists, nephrologists, and primary care providers. Drive sales and support efforts in open territories while delivering a consistent e...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Lead electrical procurement engineering for power equipment in AI data centers. Drive innovation, manage vendor relationships, and ensure reliable solutions while building a skilled team to optimize t...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Advance your career by leading electrical procurement engineering for AI data centers. Drive innovation, manage vendor relationships, and ensure reliable power solutions while building a skilled team...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Drive innovation in electrical procurement engineering for power equipment, ensuring reliability and cost-effectiveness for AI data centers. Lead a team to establish technical specifications and manag...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Transform electrical procurement engineering for OFCI power equipment, ensuring reliability and cost-effectiveness for AI data centers. Lead a team, make independent decisions, and drive innovation in...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical procurement engineering for power equipment in AI data centers. Drive innovation, manage vendor relationships, and ensure reliable solutions while building a hig...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $192K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic programs that drive revenue growth and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop go-to-market strategies and manage vendor rel...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $242K *

Champion the successful launch of new products by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and cost objectives throughout the product development lifecycle from con...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $127K *

Empower a high-performing team in Customer Success to drive adoption, loyalty, and retention in the Higher Education sector. Lead initiatives that foster customer advocacy and collaboration, ensuring...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $127K *

Transform customer success by leading a high-performing team in educational technology. Drive adoption, loyalty, and retention while fostering executive relationships and a culture of empathy and cont...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower operational excellence by leading arbitration processes, enhancing workflows, and developing a high-performing team. Drive accountability and quality control while ensuring timely client onboa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading corporate FP&A initiatives, enhancing reporting, and driving financial insights. Collaborate across functions to support strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting, ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

$141K - $212K *

Pioneer a culture of continuous improvement by managing and guiding the PPI Business System, implementing lean methodologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and ef...

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  •   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 - $140K *

Lead the charge in overseeing laboratory operations and quality control, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with standards for materials testing in remote environments across the Northwest Terri...

Yellowknife, NTIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead and manage a portfolio of complex drug-device combination projects, ensuring successful execution and delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring junior staff and driving in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex global projects in aseptic manufacturing, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring teams and interfacing with senior leadership across diverse...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex digital projects, ensuring strategic alignment between partners and team capabilities while facilitating agile practices for enhanced delivery and communication thr...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Knowledge Management by leading enterprise-wide solutions, enhancing information accessibility, and collaborating with diverse professionals to drive innovatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.