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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$118K - $180K *

Empower a culture of safety as you oversee industrial construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting risk assessments, and implementing safety protocols. Your leadership will...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$118K - $180K *

Tackle safety challenges in industrial construction projects by overseeing compliance, conducting risk assessments, and leading training initiatives to foster a secure work environment for all personn...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Champion high-quality clinical trial execution from start to finish, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to manage vendor oversight, mitigate risks, and execute strategies whi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $199K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise content platforms, enhancing scalability and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives for content automation, modular adoption, and PRC/MRC process improvements...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cell and gene therapy by developing and advancing business opportunities within emerging biotech and large pharma. Build strategic relationships across stakehol...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Innovate customer success by leading the onboarding team, optimizing their journey to ensure swift adoption, retention, and effective use of the platform across global segments...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$184K - $223K *

Innovate in product strategy for risk reduction across SaaS ecosystems, focusing on customer outcomes and cross-functional collaboration to tackle AI governance and third-party challenges effectively...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Join a team that's leading innovation in AI data collection operations. Oversee logistics, equipment, and site management for global programs, ensuring efficiency and compliance. Drive strategic initi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $117K *

Champion operational excellence by leading the Client Care Centre team, enhancing client programs, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards while fostering a collaborative work environment...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing complex HIV research initiatives, ensuring operational excellence, visibility, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle while collaborating closely with cross-functi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $175K *

Partner with us to drive operational excellence in HIV research management. Oversee multiple studies, support portfolio tracking, ensure compliance, and communicate effectively with stakeholders to en...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $175K *

Lead the charge in advancing HIV research by managing clinical study portfolios, ensuring operational excellence and effective governance while communicating key insights to stakeholders and maintaini...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $175K *

Drive operational excellence in HIV research by managing a diverse portfolio of locally sponsored studies, ensuring visibility, tracking progress, and facilitating communication across teams for succe...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Help us drive technical engagement by leading a team to enhance customer collaboration, increase adoption of scientific solutions, and execute strategies for sales success across demos and trials whil...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Take ownership of statistical support and leadership for oncology clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance study design, reporting, and analysis while ensuring high-quality...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Empower your career by designing and optimizing data solutions that support analytics and reporting initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient data consumption and scalability across dive...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic team to optimize shared cloud infrastructure across Azure and AWS. Drive the evolution of application architecture, ensuring reliability and scalability while collaborating with various...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$198K - $257K *

Champion a high-performing sales team focused on small to mid-sized businesses. Drive team success through development, relationship-building, and strategic problem-solving in a collaborative environm...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovation at a cutting-edge logistics center, orchestrating end-to-end experimentation and technology integration while managing cross-functional collaborations to transition ideas into scal...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $210K *

Drive proactive security compliance as a hands-on leader, mentoring a GRC team while executing high-impact projects. Ensure audit readiness through innovative design, engineering partnerships, and con...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of Internal Medicine as a dynamic leader, coaching medical professionals while executing strategic initiatives that enhance collaboration across teams and drive impactful medical affa...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading ServiceNow project delivery, enhancing team collaboration, and ensuring successful outcomes. Oversee project lifecycles while aligning stakeholders and managing multiple co...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $165K *

Empower scientists by leading communications for independent research organizations. Drive media strategy development, enhance digital presence, and coach leaders for media engagement while managing i...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$148K - $198K *

Lead cross-functional project management initiatives across North America, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities while driving digital transformation and AI enablement for enhanced operational...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$329K - $409K *

Engage with key health systems and oncology networks while leading a high-performing team. Drive strategic scientific engagement and foster cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic, matrix envi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.