Project Manager, Life Sciences Jobs

Project managers in life sciences lead complex initiatives across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, and clinical research. They coordinate teams, timelines, budgets, vendors, and regulatory requirements to help organizations bring research, products, and services to market. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Life Sciences Project Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and project, but commonly include defining scope and milestones, maintaining project plans and budgets, coordinating cross-functional teams, communicating progress and risks, and resolving issues that could affect delivery. Depending on the role, project managers may support clinical trials, drug development, laboratory operations, technology implementations, manufacturing, or product launches. They may also help ensure work follows applicable quality systems and regulatory expectations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience managing complex projects, strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, and the ability to balance changing priorities. Familiarity with life sciences workflows—such as clinical development, Good Clinical Practice, quality management, or regulated manufacturing—can be valuable. Project management credentials, including PMP, may be preferred for some positions. Requirements differ by organization, seniority, and project type.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Life sciences project managers work at biotech and pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, medical device manufacturers, healthcare organizations, and consulting firms. With experience, professionals may advance to program management, portfolio leadership, operations, or executive roles. Browse current Ladders listings to compare seniority, specialization, and employer needs.

Find Project Manager, Life Sciences Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search Project Manager, Life Sciences jobs to discover roles that match your experience, location preferences, and career goals. Review each listing for its specific compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities.

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$140K - $185K *

Transform project delivery by managing IT initiatives for California agencies. Collaborate with state staff to ensure timely, budget-compliant outcomes while leveraging Agile methodologies and large s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $250K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $176K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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$125K - $225K *

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

$88K - $105K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $135K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

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6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance project financial performance by managing costs, budgets, and risks. Collaborate with construction and project management teams to ensure accurate reporting and proactive de...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $155K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $155K *

Oversee project management operations, ensuring adherence to methodologies while fostering team development and collaboration. Drive successful project outcomes through strong leadership and relations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $167K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $139K *

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2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Manager, Life Sciences do?question toggle

    They plan and coordinate projects in areas such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, clinical research, and medical devices. Typical work includes managing timelines, budgets, teams, risks, and stakeholder communication.

  • What qualifications are common for life sciences project manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for project management experience, communication and organizational skills, and familiarity with relevant life sciences or regulated-industry processes. Some roles prefer a degree in a related field or a credential such as PMP; requirements vary.

  • Where do life sciences project managers work?question toggle

    They may work for biotech and pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, medical device manufacturers, healthcare organizations, laboratories, or consulting firms.

  • What career paths can follow a life sciences project manager role?question toggle

    Experienced project managers may move into program or portfolio management, operations leadership, product development, or executive roles, depending on their expertise and organization.

  • How can I find $100,000+ Project Manager, Life Sciences jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Project Manager, Life Sciences opportunities and review individual listings for salary, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.