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.
Process Manager II (Engineering - Process Development)
$80K - $95K *
Transform manufacturing efficiency by implementing innovative process improvements. Lead cross-functional teams and leverage technology-driven solutions to enhance operations, drive automation, and su...
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$100K - $120K *
Support scientists in a dynamic lab environment by optimizing operations, ensuring safety, and managing equipment. Drive efficiency and compliance while enabling rapid, safe experimentation with compl...
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Project Manager (Oncology experience required)
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by leading international clinical trial projects, ensuring timely and compliant delivery within budget while collaborating with top experts in the field to drive impactful result...
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$120K - $145K *
Join our innovative team as a Product Scientist, applying your expertise in computational and medicinal chemistry to optimize small molecules and drive partner programs forward, while shaping the futu...
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$120K - $145K *
Lead scientific partnerships, optimizing small molecule therapies using your expertise in medicinal chemistry and computational methods. Collaborate across disciplines to develop innovative modeling s...
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$99K - $121K *
Contribute to the safety and security of observatory operations by managing compliance and overseeing security protocols, training, and incident response while collaborating with various teams to enha...
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$99K - $121K *
Provide comprehensive security management, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across multiple observatory locations while fostering a safe environment for personnel and facilities and enha...
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Oversee observatory-wide security operations, ensuring compliance and enhancing personnel safety through effective risk assessments and training. Collaborate with management, federal agencies, and con...
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$99K - $121K *
Engage in comprehensive security management to enhance operations across multiple observatory locations. Collaborate with federal entities and develop security training programs, ensuring compliance w...
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Bring your expertise to oversee security operations at a leading research facility, ensuring compliance, training, and risk assessment. Collaborate with teams to maintain a safe environment while supp...
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Join a team that crafts innovative GenAI solutions for biopharma clients. Lead technical delivery by embedding with teams, rapidly prototyping solutions, and guiding junior engineers to exceed client...
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Unlock potential by leading AI engineering efforts, delivering rapid, impactful solutions for biopharma teams. Guide junior engineers and transform business challenges into innovative prototypes, fost...
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$95K - $115K *
Transform healthcare by managing molecular lab testing and staff, ensuring quality standards, and overseeing data analysis. Play a critical role in implementing new tests, training personnel, and coll...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Commercial Applications & Data
$155K - $195K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of commercial technology solutions. In this role, you'll lead application delivery and manage cross-functional partnerships to support enterprise applications, driv...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $215K *
Champion enterprise data management and governance initiatives, ensuring data reliability, integration, and compliance with evolving operational goals. Collaborate across teams to establish data lifec...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $215K *
Architect robust data management frameworks to enhance data integration, governance, and accessibility. Drive initiatives that improve reliability and efficiency across enterprise data systems, ensuri...
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Senior Manager, GxP Applications & Data
$155K - $195K *
Join us in advancing GxP applications by leveraging your technical leadership and application management skills. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into robust solutions, ensuri...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in oncology by managing projects to advance approved imaging agents and late-stage products, enhancing lives through strategic planning, execution, and collaborat...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Lab Operations
$140K - $170K *
Lead lab operations to enhance research efficiency, manage budgets, mentor staff, and ensure compliance while collaborating with scientists and engineers to advance a world-class genomics lab...
4 weeks ago
Scientific Writer, Life Science (Radial)
$120K - $180K *
Join us to enhance scientific communication through impactful writing, innovative formats, and collaborative editing. Support our vital research outputs ensuring clarity and accessibility for a divers...
1 week ago
$109K - $174K *
Shape the future of clinical trial quality management by leading risk-based approaches to ensure patient safety and data integrity. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement effective risk managemen...
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Manager, Quality Control Laboratory
$126K - $169K *
Elevate pharmaceutical quality by leading QC laboratory operations and compliance. Drive team success while fostering innovation in methods and process improvement. Ensure adherence to regulatory stan...
1 week ago
$129K - $160K *
Oversee preclinical operations by managing non-GLP and GLP toxicology studies, ensuring scientific and corporate goals are achieved while complying with regulatory standards and fostering collaboratio...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join our team to drive hands-on research in synthetic phage engineering, focusing on molecular biology workflows, experimental design, and data analysis to advance innovative solutions in a collaborat...
1 week ago
$87K - $123K *
Lead multi-faceted DoD funded research initiatives, managing program coordination, logistics, and stakeholder collaboration while guiding student involvement and ensuring project delivery excellence a...
3 weeks 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.