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.
Staff Applied Scientist, Personalization
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in AI and Machine Learning innovation, designing and deploying transformative models to enhance user experience, drive business growth, and improve operational efficiency collaborative...
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Associate Director, Program Management Office, Global Medical Affairs (ex-China)
$148K - $198K *
Shape your career by leading global medical initiatives in hematology. As key support in strategy execution, you will drive innovative projects and improve operational efficiency while collaborating a...
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VP, Medical Science & Strategy - Rare Disease
$180K - $220K *
Empower growth in clinical research by leading rare disease strategy and client engagements, collaborating with senior leadership to drive measurable outcomes and innovation within a dynamic pharmaceu...
2 weeks ago
Senior Scientific Director - Oncology (Medical Affairs & Commercial Medical Education)
$160K - $190K *
Champion the development and oversight of scientific content across diverse therapeutic areas while managing client relationships and brand strategy for multiple accounts, ensuring high-quality and im...
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$100K - $120K *
Design and execute impactful digital marketing strategies to enhance healthcare engagement and revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable outcomes for innovative metag...
1 week ago
$100K - $146K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing bioprocess technologies. Leverage your expertise in cell culture and bioprocessing to deliver technical support and solutions for customers, enhancing their...
2 days ago
Program Manager, Specialty Care Program Office Support
$110K - $130K *
Architect high-impact specialty care programs, ensuring successful execution and alignment with VHA priorities. Drive strategic planning and effective stakeholder engagement to support and enhance hea...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in maximizing sales effectiveness by engaging customers, optimizing product offerings, and building lasting relationships within your territory to drive profitability and growth...
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Project Manager/Program Director
$157K - $283K *
Engage in transformative transportation engineering projects by managing large-scale designs and overseeing project development processes. Utilize your expertise to drive success across multi-million...
2 days ago
Director of Alliance Management
$187K - $233K *
Engage with BioPharma partners to lead strategic alliances, manage program execution, and foster collaborative relationships, ensuring successful outcomes across a complex product portfolio and initia...
3 weeks ago
$124K - $150K *
Lead the charge in managing complex projects for innovative reactor technology, ensuring delivery aligns with strategic goals. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize project value and meet custome...
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$160K - $200K *
Drive innovation in product management by shaping a key domain within a growing organization. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate complex challenges into actionable solutions, fostering a cult...
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Senior Manager, CMC Regulatory Affairs
$120K - $145K *
Drive global CMC regulatory strategies and submissions for clinical and commercial products. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance, lifecycle management, and timely delivery of high-qual...
4 weeks ago
Project Manager, Oncology - Sponsor Dedicated
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of oncology project management by overseeing interdisciplinary clinical research studies and ensuring regulatory compliance while enhancing client relationships a...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of employee benefits programs by streamlining administration, enhancing compliance, and fostering partnerships. Bring your expertise to manage well-being initiatives and benefits comm...
1 week ago
Senior AI / ML Engineer (LLMs)
$200K - $235K *
Transform AI/ML systems by leading end-to-end development of innovative solutions. Tackle complex challenges in medical synthesis and help define and deploy advanced features that enhance user experie...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of operational excellence in a large federal IT program, leading teams in service delivery, compliance, and performance metrics while leveraging AI innovations to enhance processes and...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Advisory Solutions Contracting
$100K - $120K *
Join us to lead and scale innovative contracting operations for Advisory Solutions. Collaborate with leadership to ensure efficient processes while mentoring your team and improving workflows that dri...
6 days ago
$120K - $144K *
Unlock potential by providing strategic financial leadership and decision support for technology initiatives, managing forecasts, budgets, and vital analytics. Collaborate across teams to enhance fina...
Reposted 2 days ago
$115K - $175K *
Drive strategic growth by leading our outsourced BDR program to generate qualified sales opportunities while ensuring operational excellence and effective agency collaboration...
1 week ago
$144K - $215K *
Drive cross-functional excellence by leading complex, enterprise-level programs, ensuring alignment with corporate goals while facilitating collaboration among diverse stakeholders for impactful outco...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, CMC Regulatory Affairs - Small Molecules
$132K - $172K *
Grow your expertise in CMC Regulatory Affairs, leading strategic initiatives for small molecule drug products from development through commercialization. Collaborate cross-functionally to align regula...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Reliability Engineering
$130K - $155K *
Join a team that's pioneering reliability strategies for automated warehouse operations, ensuring peak performance and safety during startup and expansion. Drive enterprise-wide initiatives that enhan...
1 week ago
Manager, Security, Governance, Risk and Compliance
$134K - $201K *
Lead the charge in establishing security governance across SaaS/PaaS environments, ensuring compliance with internal policies and industry standards while enhancing operational security maturity for k...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Drive supplier selection and part validation processes across design, NPI, and risk reduction initiatives, ensuring alignment with Jabil's supply chain strategies while optimizing quality and cost-eff...
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.