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.
$80K - $110K *
Engineer innovative solutions for medical devices and combination products, leading development efforts from lab testing to regulatory submissions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients...
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$100K - $130K *
Lead and optimize manufacturing operations, driving safety and quality improvements while overseeing a team to achieve productivity and financial goals in a dynamic single-shift environment...
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$75K - $95K *
Lead the charge in manufacturing excellence, overseeing military vehicle chassis production. Drive operational efficiency, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate across teams to meet qualit...
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$120K - $150K *
Transform your career by leading strategic growth initiatives and managing diverse portfolios that support Navy missions. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to achieve operational excell...
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$143K - $175K *
Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining laboratory excellence by overseeing operations, EHS compliance, and equipment management within a dynamic biolaboratory environment, ensuring optimal perfor...
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$125K - $165K *
Join a high-performance physics research facility as you ensure safety and operational excellence. This role covers EHS compliance, inventory management, and collaboration with engineers to maintain a...
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$120K - $150K *
Lead complex programs connecting customers with operational excellence. Drive high-quality delivery while managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Inspire collaboration f...
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$100K - $130K *
Champion advanced sterile manufacturing processes, driving optimization and compliance in liquid and lyophilized parenteral operations while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance performance and...
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$80K - $120K *
Drive innovation in viral vector production for gene therapy applications, leveraging internal and external resources to develop scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute...
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$87K - $119K *
Join a dynamic team to lead system performance management and optimize automated operations, ensuring best-in-class service delivery while fostering cross-functional collaboration and driving continuo...
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$87K - $116K *
Manage and coordinate medium to large-scale engineering projects. Lead team efforts, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and alignment with customer and business objectives. Foster teamwork, c...
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$87K - $116K *
Manage complex engineering and manufacturing projects while leading teams to meet customer requirements and business goals. Execute strategies for project delivery, risk management, and stakeholder co...
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$150K - $186K *
Transform sales strategies to excel in the biopharmaceutical sector, engaging key accounts and driving growth across territory. Collaborate with a dynamic team to address market needs in biologic drug...
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$90K - $120K *
Manage the execution of the TSA Travel Services Support Program, ensuring compliance with regulations. This role requires leadership in project management, stakeholder engagement, and delivery oversig...
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$90K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead the TSA Travel Services Support Program, overseeing program execution, contract deliverables, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring compliance with government travel po...
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$150K - $186K *
Lead the charge in driving sales for innovative bioprocessing solutions, focusing on upstream and downstream processing in biologic drug development across a vast territory. Collaborate with diverse t...
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Clinical Laboratory Study Manager - FSP
$90K - $120K *
Drive the management of clinical study samples and data to ensure integrity and quality for biomarker evaluations, collaborating across teams to support clinical trial protocols and effectively resolv...
2 weeks ago
Digital RnD Decision Fabric (Agentic Workflows) Product Owner
$161K - $232K *
Drive transformative projects as a key player in enhancing process efficiency, leveraging innovation and collaboration to achieve organizational goals while advancing your professional journey in a dy...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Lead AI project management initiatives, ensuring seamless operations and communication across teams while driving innovations and global initiatives in Artificial Intelligence implementation...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in software engineering management, unifying embedded systems, HMI, and cloud platforms while cultivating innovation and collaboration in cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge...
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$90K - $130K *
Unlock efficient supply chain operations ensuring NDAA compliance and material flow. Collaborate with diverse teams and manage supplier relationships while driving continuous improvement to meet regul...
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Digital RnD Decision Fabric (Agentic Workflows) Product Owner
$161K - $232K *
Contribute to innovative projects and lead cross-functional teams, driving value and achieving strategic goals while enhancing operational efficiency within our dynamic, collaborative environment...
2 weeks ago
$206K - $297K *
Lead the charge in CMC project management for mammalian projects, guiding cross-functional teams through all clinical phases to ensure timely regulatory submissions and product development excellence...
2 weeks ago
$206K - $297K *
Lead cross-functional CMC teams to drive biologics development from early phases to regulatory submission, ensuring quality and strategic alignment while managing risks and budgets...
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$80K - $130K *
Champion your expertise to manage innovative environmental projects, overseeing assessments and remediation efforts, while engaging with diverse stakeholders to ensure compliance and successful execut...
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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.