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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$120K - $145K *

Join us to oversee federal engagements, managing multiple projects with DoD and civilian agencies. You will drive project delivery, maintain budgets and schedules, and foster stakeholder relationships...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career as you lead complex life sciences projects, managing client relationships and overseeing design and construction teams to deliver exceptional outcomes while adhering to budget a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$232K - $335K *

Lead the charge in advancing AI-Enabled CMC strategies, driving innovation through computational science and AI. You'll collaborate across R&D to enhance manufacturing processes and influence scientif...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$232K - $335K *

Accelerate scientific innovation by leading AI-driven solutions in CMC. Collaborate with R&D teams to define strategies that enhance process development, scale-up, and manufacturing using advanced com...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Optimize laboratory management and operations while ensuring high-quality performance. Lead and develop teams, implement process improvements, and achieve strategic goals to drive efficiency and safet...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Champion multidisciplinary project management for medical publications from inception to completion. Ensure budget adherence, client satisfaction, and team coordination for successful program delivery...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Partner with us to drive the successful delivery of medical publication projects, ensuring excellence in client relations and internal communication. Manage budgets, timelines, and multidisciplinary t...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $258K *

Lead the R&D team in designing and developing innovative medical devices, managing product lifecycles, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to meet Abbott’s strategic objectives and custo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $140K *

Lead the charge in complex program management, ensuring quality compliance and stakeholder engagement in regulated environments while delivering on schedule and budget across multiple projects...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence for Lab IT services, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction while enhancing commercial strategies for growth. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $165K *

Partner with us to advance biologics development, managing complex projects and client relationships. Ensure successful delivery by guiding teams through project lifecycles while adhering to strategic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Drive successful new product delivery by managing cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration within the Micro-Environments Business Unit to achieve strategic goals and optimize performance in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in semiconductor workforce development through innovative education, grant writing, and hands-on instruction while ensuring operational excellence and safety in chip fabrication course...

4 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic, technical team in a laboratory setting focused on plastics testing. Oversee operations, ensure safety and data integrity, and drive innovation while performing hands-on experiments to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise data management and governance by supporting integration, ensuring accessibility, reliability, and alignment with operational goals across evolving data landscapes through collabora...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $125K *

Empower your career as a strategic leader, overseeing data science projects while building frameworks that ensure efficiency and excellence, fostering collaboration across teams to drive impactful out...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $125K *

Lead the charge in advancing data science projects by streamlining management systems and ensuring strategic alignment across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes efficiently and ef...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $125K *

Lead high-impact data science projects by building standardized frameworks and ensuring cross-functional collaboration. Drive effective resource use, monitor progress, and implement solutions to achie...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of strategic project execution by overseeing high-visibility initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and leveraging your leadership skills to drive project success...

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

$96K - $120K *

Execute operational strategies that enhance system efficiency, drive process optimization, and enable business growth while managing a cross-functional team for continuous improvement and data-driven...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $140K *

Invent transformative analytical methods for drug development, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive innovations within microgravity for the evolving low earth orbit economy...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Empower a collaborative lab environment by leading teams, driving research, and ensuring operational excellence. Oversee GMP/GLP adherence and client relations while managing training, performance, an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Elevate your career by leading laboratory teams to achieve operational excellence, while performing hands-on research and driving process improvements to ensure optimal client satisfaction and safety...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $120K *

Lead the charge in R&D for cutting-edge filtration technologies across diverse sectors, driving innovation in microelectronics and aerospace. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with us by leading client engagements that integrate research and strategy, applying diverse methodologies, and enhancing client loyalty through effective project management and insig...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.