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.
Manager, Software Engineering (Reliability Platform)
$204K - $290K *
Optimize reliability across our production systems by leading a dynamic engineering team that leverages AI and operational principles to develop scalable practices, tools, and culture, ensuring perfor...
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Technical Implementation Manager
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that transforms client visions into technical solutions! As a Technical Implementation Manager, you'll lead implementations, guiding system design, configuration, and user training while e...
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$64K - $123K *
Join us to drive revenue growth by managing strategic account plans, enhancing customer relationships, and delivering tailored solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally while identifying new business...
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Manager, Global Financial Reporting
$100K - $130K *
Shape the future of financial integrity by enhancing our reporting processes and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across functions to deliver accurate financial statements while fostering a robust, sc...
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$96K - $107K *
Join a team that's bridging business and technology, enhancing processes through innovative solutions and collaboration. Drive projects from conception to deployment while fostering stakeholder engage...
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Senior Director, Operational Excellence
$198K - $275K *
Transform the lending experience by leading a high-impact Operational Excellence team. Develop strategies, manage customer complaints, and ensure compliance, promoting continuous improvement and drivi...
3 weeks ago
$151K - $242K *
Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing security engineering! Drive innovations in risk management and security policies while optimizing team performance and aligning with business objecti...
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Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) Manager
$100K - $120K *
Lead a dynamic team in the execution of DRG audit programs, overseeing operations and ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and regulations, while driving process improvement and fostering cross...
4 weeks ago
$108K - $141K *
Lead and optimize GIS-driven solutions to enhance fiber network operations, guiding project delivery, data integration, and team collaboration for scalable results in a remote work environment...
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Manager, Engineering - Endpoint Security
$118K - $280K *
Join a team that's leading engineering initiatives, ensuring high-quality, innovative software delivery, and fostering team growth through mentoring and support in alignment with organizational goals...
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$75K - $95K *
Join a team that ensures secure, compliant IT operations for mission-critical services. As a System Administrator, you'll manage server environments, support cybersecurity protocols, and collaborate w...
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Transform clinical education operations by leading initiatives that enhance student placement and partner collaboration, ensuring compliance and quality in experiences across university programs while...
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TECHNOLOGY DELIVERY MANAGER-REMOTE
$85K - $95K *
Accelerate progress at overseeing project management from initiation to close. Collaborate with teams to deploy technology solutions in the food service sector, ensuring timely and quality delivery ac...
3 weeks ago
Associate Principal, Clinical Operating System (cOS)
$145K - $230K *
Pioneer transformative healthcare delivery by engaging with leaders and teams. Drive operational change and embed technology for improved management of care across clinical settings, ensuring sustaina...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion innovation as a Technical Product Manager, enhancing radiology technology solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evolve software applications while ensuring alignment with user...
1 week ago
$90K - $160K *
Transform healthcare with seamless EMR/EHR integrations for cardiac monitoring, leading projects from implementation to go-live. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance patient care through innovativ...
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Health Plan Managing Consultant
$130K - $170K *
Unlock potential by leading healthcare operations consulting engagements, optimizing claims processing, and driving improvements across client workflows. Collaborate with diverse teams in a dynamic en...
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Staff Technical Program Manager ML/AI Platform
$145K - $300K *
Lead the charge in driving cross-functional ML/AI platform programs. Shape strategy into execution, enhance workflows with AI, and ensure governance compliance for impactful, high-stakes initiatives a...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Elevate our global public relations strategy, translating complex technologies into compelling narratives that influence media and stakeholders in quantum computing and deep tech industries...
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Global Manager, Project Management, Carling
$123K - $172K *
Drive global project management excellence by leading diverse teams across regions to deliver innovative product solutions, ensuring successful project execution and high-quality launches while achiev...
2 days ago
Associate Director, Enterprise Information Architecture
$143K - $193K *
Elevate enterprise data architecture initiatives by translating strategic vision into actionable solutions, ensuring effective and consistent data governance, and driving innovative data practices acr...
4 weeks ago
Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs
$130K - $180K *
Join a team that's shaping regulatory strategies in biopharmaceuticals. This role involves leading regulatory submissions and collaborating across project teams to ensure compliance while advancing co...
5 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Unlock potential by serving as a strategic FP&A contributor to drive enterprise analysis, planning, and coordination, supporting senior leadership through financial modeling, market research, and inve...
1 week ago
Director, QMS BPO, Quality Issue Escalation, Risk & Knowledge Management
$172K - $232K *
Lead global GxP quality incident management processes, ensuring compliance and safety while fostering cross-functional collaboration for effective quality risk resolution and continuous improvement in...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Executive Director, Growth & Commercial Excellence - Specialty Diagnostics
$160K - $230K *
Lead strategic growth initiatives in specialty diagnostics by optimizing product strategies, enhancing data quality, and driving cross-functional collaboration to boost adoption and revenue across hea...
Reposted 1 week 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.