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.
Director of Data Science Production Engineering, Extended-Hours Support
$186K - $232K *
Lead the charge in directing the ExHS engineering team, ensuring effective data analytics support and operational efficiency in a regulated environment. Collaborate across teams to improve performance...
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Director, Strategic Projects AI
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in transformative AI initiatives, collaborating with senior leadership to deliver impactful projects from diagnosis to deployment, driving value across the organization through innovat...
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$95K - $135K *
Accelerate progress at building and managing comprehensive People Operations across multiple states. Own payroll execution, compliance, onboarding workflows, and employee relations, integrating AI for...
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$137K - $207K *
Lead the charge in overseeing a complex multi-workstream program transition, ensuring alignment across diverse teams and government stakeholders while maintaining effective governance and readiness fo...
2 days ago
$110K - $140K *
Transform customer engagement by building relationships and driving growth in the medical sector. Collaborate globally with teams to identify opportunities, exceed expectations, and navigate regulator...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - Steam Power - Nuclear
$138K - $188K *
Innovate project management processes from inception to delivery in the Nuclear Power sector, ensuring timely execution, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement, while maintaining operational exce...
Today
$210K - $250K *
Join a dynamic team to lead clinical studies, ensuring strategic execution and oversight in neuropsychiatric drug development. Drive collaboration across departments and contribute to regulatory frame...
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Technical Program Manager, Security
$180K - $230K *
Shape the security program by integrating with Security Engineering to manage priorities and execution, translating technical needs into actionable insights for product teams while guiding company-wid...
4 days ago
$211K - $290K *
Empower organizational compliance by overseeing policy governance, ensuring a clear, navigable framework for corporate standards, driving effectiveness, and mitigating risks while enhancing productivi...
1 week ago
$160K - $190K *
Elevate global payroll operations and compliance for a scaling organization. Drive accuracy in payroll processing, tax regulations, and equity administration while designing scalable systems and devel...
2 weeks ago
Gene Synthesis and Cloning Technical Sales Specialist
$113K - $150K *
Support cutting-edge molecular biology research by driving sales for GeneArt services, consulting with scientists, and developing tailored solutions while expanding customer relationships across New E...
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Business Development Manager, AST
$109K - $175K *
Drive market adoption for sepsis diagnostic solutions in the clinical US market. Collaborate with internal teams and KOLs to achieve sales goals, provide strategic insights, and ensure successful prod...
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Director of Employee Health and Safety (Remote)
$135K - $155K *
Drive your career with leadership in employee health and safety, overseeing the EHS program across clinical operations. Ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a safe environment for employ...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Principal Integration Manager, NGC
$130K - $160K *
Contribute to the success of a high-stakes government program by owning execution and alignment across stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery of commitments and fostering growth in a dynamic environme...
1 month ago
Senior Regulatory Submissions Lead
$145K *
Drive innovation and transform lives by leading regulatory strategies and submissions for clinical trials globally. Act as a key liaison for project teams to ensure compliance, operational excellence...
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$171K - $197K *
Accelerate healthcare transformation by delivering AI-driven solutions to enhance quality and reduce costs. Collaborate with a diverse team of experts to tackle critical challenges in the industry and...
4 days ago
Sr. Digital Product Manager, Forecasting
$170K - $231K *
Lead the charge in crafting high-impact digital products that enhance forecasting and decision-making, navigating complex challenges at the intersection of business strategy, data science, and technol...
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Senior Manager, Promotional Review Operations
$110K - $130K *
Elevate the Promotional Review Committee's effectiveness by leading the compliant review process of promotional materials. Drive cross-functional collaboration, enhance operational workflows, and ensu...
3 days ago
Senior Project Manager, Facility & Distribution Engineering
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to manage large-scale engineering projects, ensuring successful design, build, and improvement of distribution facilities while leading cross-functional teams and stakeholders...
Reposted 2 days ago
$80K - $100K *
Advance your career by leading EDI integration projects, ensuring efficient data flow, and building strong client relationships while managing multiple initiatives in a fully remote setting...
4 days ago
Senior Manager, Cloud Engineering Governance - FedRAMP
$130K - $160K *
Lead governance initiatives in a multi-cloud environment, managing a team to secure and optimize cloud operations. Oversee compliance, develop policies, and optimize costs while ensuring alignment wit...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead complex IT programs while ensuring operational excellence and effective communication with government stakeholders. Foster a high-performance team environment and oversee task order execution wit...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Process Improvement Manager
$120K - $145K *
Drive enterprise-level Finance transformation by reimagining processes and leading automation initiatives. Collaborate across functions to enhance efficiency, controls, and service delivery, while tra...
2 weeks ago
$133K - $154K *
Transform complex project execution by leveraging your expertise in Building Management and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with desi...
1 week ago
Technical Program Manager - Embedded Software
$200K - $250K *
Drive cross-functional collaboration to manage embedded software programs, ensuring alignment between hardware and software teams. Oversee planning, execution, and risk management for various program...
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.