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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$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading clinical operations, ensuring seamless, compliant execution of trials while mentoring teams and driving process optimization across projects...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $167K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead analytical strategies for commercial products, ensuring compliance and product quality. Oversee method validation and support lifecycle management while driving efficie...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing contracts, optimizing profitability, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective risk modeling and contract administration. Your expertise will drive...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$146K - $195K *

Contribute to the development of AI-driven airspace design software, improving flight path workflows by translating user needs into a cohesive product strategy. Collaborate across teams to enhance saf...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $175K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative IT solutions by managing projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives, and facilitating Agile practices for high-quality outcomes and stakeholder satisf...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $183K *

Lead the charge in managing small to standard substation projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards, while coordinating resources and engaging with stakeholders for opti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $166K *

Lead project execution for substation and power grid infrastructure, ensuring compliance with standards and successful completion through collaborative coordination of engineering and project manageme...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of enterprise applications, APIs, and AI-driven solutions. Drive modernization and innovation while managing software engineering teams, ensuring the delive...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Manage and optimize vendor relationships and supply chains to enhance healthcare outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to analyze demand, oversee inventory, and implement improvements, driving effi...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $100K *

Engage with cross-functional teams as a Program Manager, ensuring projects meet client needs and expectations. Support the creative process, manage project execution, and enhance client satisfaction i...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping project management excellence by leading client initiatives with diverse teams. You'll drive project delivery and foster cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic remote e...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex clinical data projects, ensuring timely, accurate execution and compliance with protocols while mentoring team members and optimizing processes for successful outco...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $200K *

Elevate project goals by transforming high-level visions into actionable plans. This role involves leading diverse initiatives that drive technology toward benefiting humanity while managing cross-fun...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing the proposal lifecycle, managing teams, and ensuring compliance while developing winning strategies for federal projects. Collaborate across departments to drive innovati...

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6 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Manage multiple litigation support cases while driving process and quality improvement. Lead project planning, staff coordination, and communication with various stakeholders to ensure effective and t...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$129K - $193K *

Unlock potential by leading technical strategy for injection molding systems, enhancing performance and integration across platforms, and driving innovation through collaboration with engineering and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Drive operational excellence in facility management, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations while leading multidisciplinary teams to support isotope production and compliance within a high...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of healthcare innovation by driving adoption of cutting-edge immune response diagnostics across diverse healthcare settings while collaborating cross-functionally...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining maritime and sensor systems through impactful program leadership and technical innovation. Lead cross-functional efforts in development, integration, and production to en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $209K *

Unlock patient access by navigating reimbursement challenges and supporting healthcare providers. Leverage your expertise in account management to ensure timely access to therapies, enhance team capab...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $145K *

Deliver end-to-end service design solutions that align operational efficiency and customer readiness across product lifecycles, ensuring scalable and sustainable service capabilities for client succes...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Drive end-to-end service delivery model design, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and operational readiness across product lifecycles in a dynamic and innovative environment...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in defining and driving the product vision for AI-powered medical imaging tools, collaborating with diverse teams to translate customer needs into impactful workflows and ensuring iter...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Drive transformative healthcare solutions by defining product visions for AI-powered tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical workflows and improve patient outcomes through i...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $169K *

Shape the future of presales by leading and optimizing demo engineering, driving automation and AI integration, while enhancing collaboration across product, sales, and marketing teams to elevate buye...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.