Explore Scientific Manager Careers

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.

Responsibilities

Scientific managers are responsible for overseeing the research process, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently, securing funding for their projects, and managing team's performance.

Skills Required

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.

Opportunities Await at Ladders

At Ladders, we have an expansive listing of high-paying scientific management jobs to elevate your career to the next level.

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$100K - $120K *

Lead cross-functional project implementations by developing detailed plans and fostering collaboration across teams and suppliers to ensure timely execution and budget adherence...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $106K *

Contribute to customer service excellence by managing client accounts, collaborating with internal teams to streamline operations, and enhancing customer relationships, ensuring alignment with Guardan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $220K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects for advanced nuclear technology deployment, ensuring timely delivery, profitability, and customer satisfaction while collaborating across multidisciplinary...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$132K - $220K *

Drive project success by managing large-scale nuclear construction projects. Ensure timely delivery, cost control, and stakeholder engagement while mitigating risks and adhering to all project specifi...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Manage and coordinate complex IT projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives while optimizing resources and timelines across various functional teams for successf...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $105K *

Help us enhance research initiatives by overseeing grant management and compliance in collaboration with faculty across multiple disciplines, ensuring fiscal integrity and regulatory adherence for a d...

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Yesterday

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion research advancement by overseeing the management of grants and contracts, ensuring compliance and fiscal accountability from award initiation to closeout while collaborating with faculty and...

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3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Innovate the scientific content strategy to support product launches, drive commercialization, and enhance communications across teams, ensuring the integration of cutting-edge molecular profiling and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $182K *

Shape the future of customer engagement by leading transformative training initiatives. Drive continuous improvement and growth while collaborating with stakeholders and fostering an adaptive learning...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex technical projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to implement strategies that drive project success in a fast-paced envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $200K *

Unlock a transformative quality management system in a cutting-edge engineering environment. Lead a dynamic team to architect, automate, and enhance processes across vehicle platforms, fostering innov...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$128K - $150K *

Deliver exceptional clinical trial management by driving day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration. Shape the future of retinal disease therapies through efficient study...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $167K *

Shape the future of product development by driving growth and profitability, leading cross-functional teams, conducting market research, and executing go-to-market strategies to align with the company...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $300K *

Shape the future of embodied intelligence by leading groundbreaking research in Vision AI and multimodal foundation models. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative solutions that advance...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $100K *

Empower client success by leading seamless onboarding experiences, managing timelines, and ensuring first payroll accuracy while building strong relationships and providing best-in-class service throu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Engage with clients, driving success in digital campaign execution. Become an expert in programmatic advertising processes, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and collabor...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Transform the Supply Chain landscape as you lead strategic Warehouse Modernization initiatives, delivering agility and excellence through cross-functional collaboration and data-driven insights, drivi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Lead global employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance and a consistent experience across various markets. Drive administration, oversee vendor relationships, and monitor operational performance...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$124K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving financial performance in operations. Utilize your expertise in gross margin analysis and product costing to provide actionable insights, ensuring profitability across manufa...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by overseeing quality assurance for clinical trials, driving compliance, and ensuring the accuracy of processes and documentation while leading a dedicated team in continuous impro...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $204K *

Join a team that's driving quality compliance in clinical development. As a strategic leader, you'll oversee QMS effectiveness, risk management, and compliance initiatives, while partnering with stake...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer exceptional client experiences by managing strategic accounts. Collaborate with executives, assess needs, and drive solutions that enhance operational performance and build lasting partnership...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $152K *

Drive the successful execution of Major Component Upgrade and Blade projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and budget standards while fostering strong customer relationships and leading p...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive clinical trial management excellence by overseeing site operations, ensuring compliance, patient safety, and data integrity for successful study execution and delivery of milestones across phase...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $177K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence by leading cost accounting operations. Collaborate across manufacturing to enhance profitability through strategic initiatives, financial analysis...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Scientific Manager?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    A typical day may involve leading team meetings, overseeing lab activities, analyzing data, ensuring compliance with lab protocols, and coordinating with other departments.