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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$111K - $147K *

Lead project controls activities, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction. Provide technical expertise, manage multidisciplinary projects, and mentor junior staff while collaborating wit...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$111K - $147K *

Grow your career with a leading firm by managing project controls for complex engineering projects. Leverage your expertise to ensure quality delivery, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with client...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $134K *

Optimize cross-functional projects to drive operational efficiency and AI integration. Lead initiatives from inception to resolution while prioritizing high-impact work, collaborating with teams, and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K *

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$171K - $392K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative solutions in financial services by managing complex projects, leveraging AI tools, and collaborating with top private market firms to enhance portfolio monitoring and valuation proces...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $185K *

Champion project success by leading small to medium-scale construction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality standards while fostering collaboration among stakehold...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing retail construction projects across Western Canada. Manage project performance related to costs, schedules, quality, and customer satisfaction while collaborating with te...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$99K - $232K *

Shape client success by leading SAP consulting projects, optimizing operational efficiency, and mentoring teams. Drive strategic planning and technology integration while ensuring project success and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Engage with clients to optimize operational efficiency through SAP solutions. Lead teams, manage projects, and mentor staff while ensuring successful implementation and integration of business applica...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Lead the charge in optimizing client operations through SAP solutions. As a Manager, you'll guide teams, manage projects, and mentor staff to achieve strategic goals while ensuring quality and innovat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Empower clients by optimizing operational efficiency through tailored SAP solutions. Lead teams, manage projects, and mentor staff while driving innovation and maintaining high standards in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Lead the charge in optimizing client operations through tailored SAP solutions, mentoring teams, and ensuring project success. Drive innovation and technology integration while maintaining high profes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Elevate client operations by leading SAP consulting projects, optimizing software solutions, and mentoring teams. Drive strategic planning and project success while fostering innovation and collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Join us to lead SAP consulting projects, optimizing client operations through tailored software solutions, team mentorship, and innovative technology integration while ensuring project success and mai...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Lead teams to optimize client operations by implementing tailored SAP solutions. Drive project success through strategic planning, mentoring, and innovative technology integration while ensuring quali...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Champion operational excellence by leading SAP consulting projects, optimizing client solutions, and mentoring teams. Drive strategic planning and technology integration while ensuring project success...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Elevate client operations by leading SAP consulting projects, optimizing solutions, and mentoring teams. Drive strategic planning and technology integration while ensuring project success and professi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Empower clients by optimizing operational efficiency through tailored SAP solutions. Lead teams, manage projects, and mentor staff while driving innovation and ensuring successful integration of busin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Champion operational excellence by leading SAP consulting projects, optimizing client solutions, and mentoring teams. Drive strategic planning and technology integration to enhance business processes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Elevate client operations by leading SAP consulting projects, optimizing efficiency through tailored solutions, and mentoring teams to achieve strategic goals while embracing innovation and technology...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Champion client success by leading SAP consulting projects, optimizing operational efficiency, and mentoring teams. Drive strategic planning and innovative solutions while ensuring project success and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Transform client operations by leading SAP consulting projects, optimizing efficiency through tailored solutions, and mentoring teams to achieve strategic objectives while ensuring project success and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.