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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$110K - $130K *

Manage financial planning and analysis processes by collaborating with leadership to enhance reporting, guide strategic decisions, and support the company's financial objectives through improved syste...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $134K *

Manage supplier onboarding and procurement data integrity. Champion supplier registration and portal adoption within the Oracle Procure-to-Pay ecosystem, ensuring streamlined operations and data gover...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in capturing new strategic contracts while enhancing collaboration with business development and proposal teams, ensuring a robust sales pipeline and improving win rates through best p...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare by designing AI-driven applications that enhance clinical workflows for veterans. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to expand access to vital testosterone screen...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Reimagine logistics management by overseeing the efficient transport of recycling materials, optimizing operations across the national network, and collaborating with multiple stakeholders to ensure c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $110K *

Optimize clinical review audits by leveraging your nursing expertise to lead a remote team, ensuring high-quality performance, productivity, and compliance with medical guidelines while driving operat...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of strategy and operations, driving high-performance marketing systems and data governance. You'll partner closely with executive leadership to optimize revenue...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower success by managing eDiscovery projects that drive operational efficiency and ensure quality deliverables, fostering collaboration across departments while meeting litigation demands and enhan...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $160K *

Help us deploy and optimize our education technology platform to ensure student access, drive customer satisfaction through effective implementation, and collaborate cross-functionally to support stra...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize budget development for clinical change orders, collaborating across departments. Drive operational success by managing the budget lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, and resolving issues to support...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise project delivery by leading multifaceted teams and leveraging agile principles. Drive success through effective management of project life cycles, ensuring alignment between clien...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovation in drug discovery by fine-tuning multimodal models. Collaborate across ML and clinical domains to enhance predictions for patient outcomes, optimize experimental frameworks, and deplo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer onboarding by leading a high-performing team to optimize software adoption and payment utilization while enhancing the customer experience and driving revenue growth. Collaborate cr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $199K *

Shape compelling employee storytelling by leading editorial strategy. Drive creative approaches, collaborate across teams, and enhance content experiences to connect effectively with internal audience...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$127K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading regulatory strategies for innovative medical devices. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, execute FDA submissions, manage project timelines, and establish processe...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic, multi-workstream programs that drive impactful business outcomes while managing and inspiring high-performing cross-functional teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$275K - $375K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI infrastructure, leading the development of our AI Gateway and driving innovation in high-performance, distributed systems while mentoring top engineering ta...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $138K *

Transform financial insights into impactful strategies as a Pricing & Operations Manager. Lead cost modeling, support cross-functional teams, and deliver analytical excellence to drive revenue and pro...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $135K *

Lead product development and analysis to enhance Health Initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, manage projects effectively, and identify new opportunities to drive...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate growth by leading innovative marketing strategies in IVF genetic testing, driving awareness and demand across diverse clinical channels. Collaborate with commercial, clinical, and technical...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $237K *

Discover a transformative role where you will lead and scale Process Intelligence initiatives, driving enterprise-wide process optimization and value realization through data analytics and cross-funct...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $98K *

Innovate and lead diverse projects that drive organizational goals, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments and external partners for successful outcomes and enhanced operational efficiency...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $105K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$146K - $196K *

Join a strategic leadership role that executes regulatory strategies globally, overseeing complex submissions and driving cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful market access and complian...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of contract management by leading complex negotiations, collaborating across teams, and ensuring adherence to compliance and business objectives while driving improvements in process...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.