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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$100K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring contract compliance, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction from order receipt through warranty. Collaborate with stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects from design to closeout, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks and drive successful outcomes i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $131K *

Grow your career with our dynamic team specializing in infrastructure projects. Lead client engagements, mentor junior staff, and develop frameworks to enhance project governance and execution. Be par...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $128K *

Shape the future by managing mid-level electrical product projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring successful delivery while maintaining customer satisfaction and project timelines...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $306K *

Help us transform supply chain processes by implementing S/4HANA Plan-to-Stock solutions. Collaborate within an Agile team to ensure seamless integration of inventory management and production plannin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $131K *

Join our dynamic team to lead critical infrastructure projects, harnessing your expertise in project management and advisory services to deliver innovative solutions and insights for our clients, whil...

Langley, BCIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $131K *

Lead major infrastructure projects by analyzing project health; innovate governance strategies; and mentor junior staff while optimizing client engagement through effective communication and resource...

Abbotsford, BCIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $131K *

Transform infrastructure delivery by leading project reviews and governance initiatives. Mentor junior team members and enhance client engagement through data analysis, tailored strategies, and impact...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $131K *

Shape the future of major infrastructure projects by leading engagements, mentoring junior staff, and developing strategic frameworks that enhance project governance and management effectiveness, ensu...

Chilliwack, BCIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive customer engagement by managing requests and collaborating with engineering teams for project success. Leverage your technical expertise and strong communication skills to execute customer demos...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer high-voltage grid integration projects from hand-off to delivery. Develop project plans, manage cross-functional teams, oversee contract reviews, and ensure financial performance while mainta...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $125K *

Shape the future of impactful projects by leading agile teams, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary groups. Drive project success through effective management pra...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading impactful projects in a dynamic environment. As a Project Manager, you'll coordinate efforts across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment and delivering h...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower project success by managing multiple initiatives, guiding teams through the project lifecycle, and engaging stakeholders to deliver impactful business results effectively and efficiently...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $160K *

Play a key role in defining and governing enterprise architecture for SAP S/4HANA, leading modernization and integration strategies that enhance business capabilities and drive operational reliability...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $276K *

Elevate production planning and quality management in a discrete manufacturing environment. Drive MRP health, oversee application transitions, and ensure data integrity while collaborating with global...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive project success by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and technical expertise in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $231K *

Transform procurement processes by configuring SAP S/4HANA PTP/MM, supporting end-to-end lifecycle management, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and system performa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading large-scale technology projects in a dynamic team. Utilize your Agile expertise and project management skills to drive success, optimize resources, and foster collaborat...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive complex project implementations by leading cross-functional teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance. Leverage Salesforce expertise to optimize processes and foster client relations...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by managing scope, budget, and risk for software implementations. Lead client interactions and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations while meeting quality and proces...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving SAP governance and process standardization across operations. Lead enhancements, ensure business readiness, and foster user adoption while collaborating with cross-functiona...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $152K *

Transform complex projects into successful outcomes by leading cross-functional teams, managing resources, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive accountability and deliver results on...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $115K *

Elevate project success by managing multi-disciplinary teams to ensure on-time delivery, contract compliance, and customer satisfaction in a dynamic engineering environment. Drive profitability and fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality delivery and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive process improvements and manage technology initi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.