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.
Research Lab Operations Manager
$63K - $102K *
Take ownership of the research administration operations, managing compliance, budgets, and lab supplies while supporting researchers with critical insights and independent project execution to enhanc...
4 weeks ago
(Sr.) Manager, GCP Quality Assurance
$130K - $185K *
Contribute to the quality assurance of clinical trials, ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity while driving excellence across clinical operations and supporting risk-based management princ...
1 week ago
Technical Manager/SRE Senior Lead
$120K - $145K *
Join our team to lead SRE/Production Support efforts, ensuring service excellence and operational efficiency while managing a dedicated team. Your expertise will drive critical improvements in system...
4 weeks ago
Engineer - Project Manager - GFD
$66K - $171K *
Accelerate progress at global facilities projects, managing complex capital initiatives over $50M, ensuring compliance and safety while fostering collaboration across teams for successful delivery...
3 weeks ago
Engineer - Project Manager - GFD
$66K - $171K *
Drive your career with impactful project management of $50M+ capital assets, overseeing teams to ensure safety, quality, and compliance while effectively communicating and resolving issues in a dynami...
3 weeks ago
Engineer - Project Manager - GFD
$66K - $171K *
Champion large capital project delivery by leading diverse teams to manage complex industrial programs, ensuring compliance, safety, and quality from concept to operational verification. Drive innovat...
3 weeks ago
Engineer - Project Manager - GFD
$66K - $171K *
Pioneer capital project delivery in industrial settings, managing $50M+ programs. Collaborate across teams to ensure safety, compliance, and quality from concept to operation, enhancing medical innova...
3 weeks ago
Engineer - Project Manager - GFD
$66K - $171K *
Lead the charge in delivering large-scale capital projects globally, ensuring safety and quality throughout all phases. Collaborate with diverse teams to achieve project objectives while adhering to c...
3 weeks ago
Engineer - Project Manager - GFD
$66K - $171K *
Explore opportunities to manage large-scale capital projects, ensuring safe delivery, compliance, and communication across teams. Lead initiatives valued at over $50M, influencing project outcomes fro...
3 weeks ago
Engineer - Project Manager - GFD
$66K - $171K *
Lead the charge in managing large capital projects, ensuring successful delivery from planning to qualification. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance medical innovation while upholding safety, co...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in delivering robust ERP solutions by overseeing operations, guiding technical teams, and ensuring compliance while driving continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, and strategi...
1 week ago
$70K - $103K *
Lead operational excellence by optimizing processes, enhancing efficiencies, and collaborating across teams. Ensure strategic resource management and drive productivity within a dynamic healthcare res...
1 week ago
Services Manager - Life Sciences
$90K - $110K *
Lead a high-impact team to ensure exceptional service delivery for life sciences clients, navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Drive operational efficiency, oversee client relationships, and mana...
1 week ago
Manager, Data Science and Advanced Analytics
$110K - $130K *
Empower business decisions by collaborating on advanced analytics projects. Leverage your expertise in data science to design impactful reports and insights while maintaining data integrity across com...
Reposted 6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead complex eDiscovery projects, managing client relations and team dynamics. Utilize expertise to drive project success, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring quality deliverables across multipl...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion quality excellence by leading production quality management, overseeing KPIs, and enhancing processes across fabrication and assembly to ensure customer satisfaction and product reliability...
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Sr. Manager, Marketplace & Emerging Commerce
$120K - $140K *
Shape the future of digital commerce by leading marketplace strategies that drive revenue, brand visibility, and customer engagement across various eCommerce platforms, from Amazon to emerging channel...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and enhance operational systems while driving AI and tech innovation. Oversee team accountability, events, and recruiting, ensuring effective project management and continuous improvement to o...
1 week ago
Data Integrity Program Manager - Quality Control
$120K - $150K *
Lead the implementation and oversight of Data Integrity compliance in Quality Control, managing regulatory alignment, training efforts, and data validation while enhancing processes for excellence in...
4 weeks ago
Manager, Data Science and Advanced Analytics
$120K - $145K *
Transform business insights by leading advanced analytics projects, utilizing SQL and Python to manipulate large datasets and develop models. Collaborate across functions to drive decision-making and...
Reposted 6 days ago
$110K - $138K *
Elevate quality management through a robust system and develop a proactive Quality culture, leading a high-performing team to ensure compliance with FDA and ISO standards while enhancing customer rela...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead impactful facility-based projects in a dynamic environment. Manage the entire lifecycle of capital projects, engaging with stakeholders to deliver quality outcomes while ensuring schedules, budge...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Process & Project Engineering
$88K - $118K *
Transform project outcomes by leading a talented engineering team, ensuring successful execution and exceeding customer expectations while fostering a collaborative work culture and promoting continuo...
Reposted 3 days ago
Director, Program Management Research Strategy & Operations
$177K - $278K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of transforming research operations. Leverage your program management expertise to drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and mentor teams in...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Process & Project Engineering
$88K - $118K *
Lead the charge in Project Engineering as you mentor teams, ensure project success, and drive technical excellence while managing diverse engineering initiatives within the food, pharma, and chemical...
Reposted 3 days 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.