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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$99K - $232K *

Partner with us to lead SAP consulting projects, optimizing client operations and implementing software solutions. Drive team success through strategic planning, mentoring, and innovative technology a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Elevate 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

$109K - $173K *

Help us drive strategic project planning and AI adoption across teams, ensuring clear objectives and strong follow-up. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance visibility and efficiency in...

Ontario, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $166K *

Transform project delivery by leading complex technical initiatives, ensuring effective collaboration and adherence to methodologies. Drive operational success through strategic planning, risk managem...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead complex construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to regulations, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with various stakeholders to drive success in technical project management...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engage in strategic project leadership across multiple business units, driving project success through effective planning, coordination, and stakeholder collaboration. Foster continuous improvement in...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $100K *

Unlock potential by supporting complex hardware development projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive execution, manage timelines, and ensure alignment on deliverables in a fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$177K - $234K *

Lead project governance and management excellence across diverse environmental projects. Drive consistency, accountability, and performance while supporting teams with tools and insights for successfu...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Empower supply chain efficiency by optimizing SAP S/4HANA systems, configuring modules, improving processes, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive operational excellence and...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Optimize SAP S/4HANA systems to enhance supply chain efficiency, integrating processes across procurement and planning. Collaborate with teams for compliance, system enhancements, and continuous impro...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $109K *

Drive project success by managing the Pharmacy, DPDM, and Provider Enrollment portfolio, ensuring compliance with Medicaid regulations while leading cross-functional teams to deliver initiatives on ti...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $109K *

Lead project management initiatives in the Claims & Financial portfolio, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with Medicaid regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve pr...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading SAP FI/CO transformations in a dynamic environment. Utilize your expertise to optimize financial processes and drive standardization within large-scale S/4HANA projects...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$94K - $131K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of technology and finance by leading SAP Central Finance initiatives. Engage with teams to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring compliance and enhancing client...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K *

Lead innovative teams tackling global social challenges through strategic solutions. Drive projects that enhance equity and impact while fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders. Empower cha...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K *

Inspire social change by leading diverse teams to identify solutions for impactful global issues. Utilize your consulting background to innovate strategies, manage projects, and engage stakeholders as...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $152K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $152K *

Lead the charge in optimizing SAP EWM processes, driving implementation projects, and enhancing system performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support a global SAP S/4HANA migra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $152K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $180K *

Elevate project delivery by leading multidisciplinary teams to achieve integrated, high-quality outcomes. Drive strategic initiatives across architecture, engineering, and infrastructure, ensuring sus...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading energy and carbon-reduction projects. Drive initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with sustainability goals while managing budgets and stakehold...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Deliver complex IT projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and utilizing Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Drive project success from planning to implemen...

Chalk River, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading transformative workplace change projects, driving strategies and outcomes in diverse sectors while collaborating with clients to implement innovative solutions that embo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $166K *

Drive program success by managing day-to-day operations, coordinating teams, and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate progress and mitigate risks...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Engage your expertise to lead capital projects in the oil & gas sector, overseeing all phases from design to demolition. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure project efficiency, safety, a...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.