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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$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading application systems analysis and programming. Drive project management, enhance user functionality, and mentor teams while collaborating with stakeholders to optimize sy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial and administrative operations within a dynamic systems engineering group, driving efficiency and collaboration while managing resources to support innovative technologies...

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

$88K - $105K *

Manage lab operations and ensure compliance with protocols and SOPs. Oversee sample processing, staff training, and quality metrics while acting as a liaison between sites and sponsors to facilitate s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex CAPEX projects by leading CQV activities, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver life-changing therapi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare strategy by managing multiple consulting engagements, guiding teams, and fostering client relationships to deliver impactful solutions in the li...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple consulting engagements, guiding teams, and fostering client relationships. Drive project success through strategic direction and mentorship while supporting busine...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K *

Drive impactful strategy consulting for leading Pharma and Medical Device firms. Manage multiple engagements, mentor consultants, and foster client relationships while supporting business development...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $172K *

Champion the highest standards of ethical research by managing the University’s Scholarly Integrity Policy. Oversee investigations, develop training resources, and ensure compliance, while fostering a...

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2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare operations, overseeing staff development, ensuring quality standards, and managing projects to enhance clinic performance and patient care satisfaction...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $115K *

Drive the daily operations and strategic projects of a medical group clinic, ensuring adherence to quality standards, regulatory compliance, and staff development while enhancing patient and clinician...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams in driving new product introduction projects from concept to production. Ensure alignment with customer needs and organizational goals while managing timelines, budgets, an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Support our EMR and clinical applications projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring successful implementation. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflows and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join us in leading the development and execution of comprehensive risk management strategies. Collaborate with executive leadership to identify and mitigate enterprise risks, ensuring organizational r...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate enterprise risks, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Oversee complex project management and operational tracking for IND-enabling nonclinical programs, ensuring timely delivery and regulatory readiness through cross-functional collaboration and effectiv...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of educational programs by effectively managing day-to-day operations, budgets, and staff, ensuring high-quality initiatives that engage faculty, students, and industry partners in a...

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

$90K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading multidisciplinary projects, fostering client relations, and driving excellence in delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance integrated solutions and support...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading cross-functional teams, managing projects, and ensuring customer satisfaction while adhering to global standards and driving continuous improvement for operational excel...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic R&D team to lead chemistry initiatives, ensure deliverables, train staff, and enhance projects through innovative method development and client collaboration. Drive significant impact o...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $151K *

Transform technology operations by leading financial management, procurement, vendor oversight, and asset governance. Drive strategic decision-making and operational excellence to enhance technology i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $151K *

Transform technology operations by leading financial management, procurement, vendor oversight, and asset management. Drive strategic decision-making and operational excellence to enhance service deli...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Drive the proposal lifecycle for high-quality Federal Government submissions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop winning strategies and ensure compliance. Lead proposal efforts, mana...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team to optimize data center operations, ensuring peak efficiency and reliability for AI infrastructure. Drive sustainable practices and streamline processes while managing critical sys...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion the future of AI infrastructure by leading a skilled team in data center operations. Ensure peak efficiency and reliability while driving sustainable solutions and optimizing processes to sup...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $144K *

Unlock your potential as a Manager in Research Management, overseeing pre and post-award activities, ensuring compliance, and supporting financial operations within a dynamic research environment focu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.