Scientific Managers oversee and manage scientific research and technical projects. They strategically plan, coordinate, and guide the execution of research efforts, often managing teams of researchers and technicians.
Scientific managers are responsible for overseeing the research process, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently, securing funding for their projects, and managing team's performance.
They need excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to manage budget and resources, a strong understanding of scientific research methods, and the aptitude to lead talented scientific teams.
At Ladders, we have an expansive listing of high-paying scientific management jobs to elevate your career to the next level.
Manager, Scientific & Regulatory Affairs
$90K - $120K *
Drive regulatory strategy and compliance for innovative natural products. Oversee global approvals in food safety, engaging with authorities to facilitate impactful scientific advancements and advocat...
2 days ago
$70K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to drive effective com...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Empower your career with impactful financial and operational support for government contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance and enhancing reporting processes withi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Scientific Project Manager - Molecular
$100K - $130K *
Discover innovative solutions as a Senior Project Manager guiding biopharmaceutical assays. Lead project execution, optimize bioanalytical techniques, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive advanc...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Pharmaceutical
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex pharmaceutical projects from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment between client priorities and internal resources while maintaining high morale a...
Reposted 2 days ago
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$90K - $130K *
Lead the charge in financial strategy for major data center projects, ensuring budget and schedule alignment. Collaborate cross-functionally to support decision-making and drive financial discipline t...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Help us transform research workflows by managing customer implementations, utilizing your scientific expertise and project management skills to ensure success from kickoff to go-live, and guiding team...
4 days ago
$75K - $95K *
Lead the charge in optimizing laboratory operations while developing high-performing teams. Drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency, ensuring compliance with safety standards and aligni...
1 month ago
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical trial project outcomes. Oversee setup and operational documents while collaborating across departments to ensure client satisfaction and drive proces...
1 month ago
$75K - $95K *
Optimize client-focused project setups by leading cross-functional teams, creating operational documents, and ensuring adherence to quality standards, while serving as a subject matter expert to facil...
1 month ago
Senior Manager, Scientific AI Engineer
$139K - $231K *
Unlock your potential by partnering with oncology experts to design and deliver cutting-edge AI solutions that address scientific challenges and enhance clinical development in the life sciences secto...
Reposted 6 days ago
Project Manager, Client Services
$75K - $112K *
Join a team that's passionate about advancing clinical trials. As a Project Manager, you'll lead complex projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and strong client relationships while na...
Yesterday
Manager, Service Sales *PC 118
$104K - $122K *
Own and drive service sales strategies to ensure profitability by managing a high-performing team and collaborating across functions to align with customer needs and business objectives, while address...
2 days ago
Manager, Service Sales *PC 118
$99K - $116K *
Join a team that develops and executes innovative service sales strategies, collaborating across functions to drive profitability. Lead a skilled team while managing key accounts and enhancing the ove...
2 days ago
Scientific Manager, Bertarelli Rare Cancer Initiative
$90K - $120K *
Lead the coordination of innovative cancer research initiatives, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Manage project implementation, ensure regulatory compliance, and effectively co...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager (Research Development)
$95K - $106K *
Champion complex scientific project coordination and management for interdisciplinary research. Collaborate with investigators, sponsors, and administrators to facilitate grant activities, financial t...
2 weeks ago
$99K - $198K *
Lead the charge in managing software projects through planning, execution, and closure while ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder alignment. Collaborate with cross-functional te...
Reposted today
$70K - $95K *
Lead critical client programs in the pharmaceutical sector, ensuring project success through coordination, risk management, and stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced environment. Optimize processes a...
1 week ago
$120K - $130K *
Elevate project success by managing engineering and construction projects from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery, safety, and quality compliance while effectively communicating with clients an...
1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Manage cross-functional project teams to deliver exceptional outcomes, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders and adherence to timelines, budgets, and scope across the program lifecycle...
Reposted yesterday
Project Task Manager/Staff Scientist
$82K - $123K *
Shape the future of environmental consulting by collaborating on project management, data evaluation, and technical documentation while supporting diverse environmental investigation and remediation i...
5 days ago
Product and Research Operations Manager
$120K - $150K *
Drive the design and operation of a global workforce system, ensuring scalable evaluations through effective workforce management, vendor relations, and quality control for enhanced model performance...
1 week ago
Technical Project Manager, R&D
$120K - $150K *
Lead projects to drive a comprehensive proteomics platform to success, managing cross-functional teams and dynamic schedules from inception to launch while effectively communicating progress and overc...
3 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Drive excellence in patient care as you lead and develop a high-performing clinical team, ensuring exceptional service delivery while aligning clinical practices with commercial goals for optimal pati...
1 month ago
Project Manager - Manager/Senior Manager - Project Farma
$90K - $130K *
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact life sciences projects, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with business objectives. Drive continuous improvement while mentoring staff an...
1 week ago
What qualifications do I need to be a Scientific Manager?
Generally, you need a bachelor’s degree in any scientific discipline and years of experience in the field. Many employers prefer candidates with Master’s degree or PhD. Strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills are also crucial.
What salary can I expect as a Scientific Manager?
The salary largely depends on your qualifications, experience, and the location of the job. Jobs listed on Ladders are high-paying jobs, often offering salaries north of $100,000.
What does a typical day for a Scientific Manager look like?
A typical day may involve leading team meetings, overseeing lab activities, analyzing data, ensuring compliance with lab protocols, and coordinating with other departments.