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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$99K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative project management for gene variant libraries. Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless communication and design for customers while maintaining pre...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Manage complex D365 F&O programs, engaging executives to ensure strategic alignment, delivering on budget and on time, while mentoring teams and fostering stakeholder relationships across multiple pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $133K *

Collaborate to drive clinical study execution and project deliverables, ensuring compliance, quality, and timely completion across multiple therapeutic areas while managing cross-functional teams and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform growth in the Clinical Trials Division by driving sales, developing strategies, and boosting market share through strategic client engagement and collaboration across teams. Embrace opportun...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $104K *

Make your mark at the forefront of data center project management, overseeing asset control and resource allocation while ensuring timely and budget-conscious project delivery. Collaborate with divers...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Inspire innovation by managing a skilled engineering team to create cutting-edge AI services. Drive product delivery, uphold quality standards, and shape AI-first engineering practices, ensuring secur...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing complex customer projects, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring high satisfaction and quality standards while managing budgets, timelines, and stakeho...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with impactful security project management, overseeing systems integration and compliance for high-security environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure excellence in safet...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of financial operations by managing accounting workflows and driving growth. Collaborate with outsourced accounting teams, maintain compliance, and enhance internal processes for a th...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $160K *

Empower your career by leading AI engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions. Oversee modernization initiatives and enhance AI proficiency within a dynamic, integrated environment, driving perf...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading a team to develop winning proposals for federal contracts, ensuring compliance and coordinating efforts across diverse stakeholders in a dynamic environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $90K *

Optimize client success by managing the end-to-end implementation of our Talent Management Solution, ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet client specifications while fostering collaboratio...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $175K *

Optimize global clinical trial operations from start to close, ensuring adherence to regulations and quality standards. Manage cross-functional collaboration and vendor oversight, while maintaining tr...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by building influential relationships in the Colorado public procurement community, driving digital adoption and marketplace insights for agency partners, while actively engaging...

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2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing program management and governance for Federal initiatives. This role involves coordinating with stakeholders to drive budget tracking, performance reporting, a...

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2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join us to elevate quality standards in radiopharmaceutical development. Lead GMP compliance and quality systems while mentoring junior staff. Drive improvement across our portfolio, ensuring regulato...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $175K *

Oversee the support and development of bioinformatics algorithms, ensuring operational success and improving data quality. Lead a team to resolve complex issues and foster cross-functional collaborati...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing disaster recovery strategies for IT services, ensuring high availability and resilience to support U.S. government operations globally, while meeting complian...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $176K *

Manage complex clinical studies from protocol development to closeout. Drive quality through effective team oversight and compliance with GCP and regulations. Collaborate across functions to ensure ti...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the project management of complex ERP implementations by collaborating with diverse stakeholders, managing resources and budgets, while ensuring results are delivered on time and within scope for...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K *

Engage with a dynamic project team to manage complex clinical trials, ensuring budget adherence and project delivery while developing strong client relationships in the Rare Disease sector...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Champion effective publication strategies and lead scientific communication initiatives, acting as a strategic partner to clients and teams. Navigate complex medical affairs content to drive impactful...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive project execution by managing multiple commissioning projects, ensuring high-quality delivery, financial performance, and team development while effectively communicating with clients and stakeh...

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Yesterday

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

$165K - $180K *

Oversee and optimize US regional clinical trials, ensuring execution and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships while driving process improvements in a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Elevate clinical research by assisting with study design, medical monitoring, and compliance to ensure effective execution of clinical trials and contribute positively to patient outcomes in alignment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.