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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$128K - $254K *

Oversee and manage large-scale, multi-national projects, ensuring successful delivery through direct team leadership and cross-functional collaboration, while maintaining high quality and financial pe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$171K - $335K *

Unlock the future of autonomous driving by leading the development of scalable machine learning infrastructure that enhances model training and evaluation, ensuring safety and reliability across diver...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $165K *

Drive exceptional service delivery by leading a skilled team of Implementation Consultants, ensuring successful deployment and adoption of connected operations solutions for enterprise clients while p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $128K *

Shape the future of healthcare by driving risk adjustment solutions that enhance interoperability, improve documentation accuracy, and ensure compliance across Medicare, Medicaid, and ACA programs thr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $210K *

Launch your career by leading data management initiatives in clinical trials. You'll establish processes and oversee vendors, ensuring data quality and compliance while collaborating with cross-functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $170K *

Empower your career by leading spend management projects, optimizing processes, and guiding clients through strategic solutions. Leverage your expertise in procurement and project management to drive...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Contribute to the success of our data platform by leading product execution and defining data quality standards. Engage with customers and engineers to deliver valuable solutions, ensuring alignment b...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $145K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Product Manager, leading strategic initiatives in a pivotal SaaS domain. Drive innovation, enhance customer experience, and deliver results that align with organization...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$92K - $128K *

Elevate patient support programs by managing client relationships, leading project teams, and driving business development initiatives. Collaborate across departments to exceed client expectations and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $225K *

Accelerate your career by managing FAA project support activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget while collaborating with diverse teams across the National Airspac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by collaborating on NGS data analysis and pipeline validation, ensuring high standards in assay development while documenting essential methodologies within a dynamic R&D environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $131K *

Unlock your analytical prowess by providing investigative support and intelligence assessments for critical incidents and threats. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging advanced analytic tools t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing stakeholder relationships and program performance for energy efficiency initiatives. Drive outreach, ensure compliance, and enhance program participation while actively con...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $132K *

Drive project success by managing customer relationships and implementation lifecycles. Collaborate with teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction, whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive high-impact email and CRM campaigns while leading a dynamic team. This role demands hands-on execution, strategic oversight, and expertise in Salesforce Marketing Cloud to optimize customer jour...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$253K - $305K *

Shape the future of oncology market access by leading pricing strategies, optimizing gross-to-net performance, and ensuring regulatory compliance while guiding a dedicated team to excel in a high-scru...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive product vision and growth at the intersection of AI and science. Leverage strategic and technical expertise to define, prioritize, and enhance cutting-edge product capabilities while collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $90K *

Inspire the academic fitness market as a strategic leader, developing sales channels globally across K-12 and higher education, cultivating relationships, and driving growth for fitness initiatives wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate clinical trial operations by leading local study teams, driving strategic execution, and ensuring timely delivery. Collaborate across regions to enhance study startup and recruit milestones wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading compliance and quality in clinical trials. Collaborate with teams to ensure protocol adherence, site training, and resolve issues while maintaining high standards of mon...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $130K *

Tackle clinical monitoring challenges while leading site initiatives for quality compliance and protocol adherence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful clinical trial executio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $115K *

Optimize your clinical research career by playing a vital role in overseeing and conducting site monitoring for clinical trials, ensuring compliance, quality, and effective team collaboration througho...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading site monitoring for clinical trials. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, enhance recruitment, and oversee execution while providing guidan...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $190K *

Champion strategic communications excellence by designing governance frameworks and enabling teams across global organizations to deliver impactful, data-driven initiatives while implementing lean pri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead transformative health informatics projects utilizing data science to enhance patient outcomes. Collaborate with government entities and guide a senior data team while driving advanced analytics i...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.