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, CGT Program Management
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
Advanced Nuclear Senior Project Manager
$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...
2 days ago
Advanced Nuclear Senior Project Manager
$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...
2 days ago
Technical Program Manager- Network Migrations
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Grants and Contracts Manager
$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...
Yesterday
Senior Grants and Contracts Manager
$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...
3 weeks ago
Director - Scientific Engagement
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Quality Systems
$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...
Today
$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...
4 days ago
$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...
4 weeks ago
Principal Research Scientist - Vision AI, Simulation & Physical AI
$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...
Reposted 2 days ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
Today
Senior Manager, Program Management, Supply Chain
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Quality Assurance
$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...
Reposted 3 days ago
Associate Director, Quality Assurance & Governance
$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...
2 days ago
$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...
Yesterday
Project Manager - Major Correctives-2
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted 1 month ago
Sr. Manager -- Cost Accounting
$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...
Reposted 2 weeks 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.