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.
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance and regulatory compliance across all functional areas. Implement and monitor quality systems while guiding projects from inception through completion in a...
3 weeks ago
$170K - $200K *
Drive financial insights as a Principal Financial Analyst partnering with tech leaders. Oversee budgeting, cloud spend, and AI costs, translating technical data into strategic recommendations for info...
3 days ago
$170K - $200K *
Drive impactful financial strategies by partnering with Tech leaders to optimize budgeting and spend management across R&D, product, IT, and vendor contracts, ensuring data-driven insights support hig...
3 days ago
Senior Marketing Operations Manager
$120K - $140K *
Transform the Marketing Operations landscape by leading strategy, execution, and improvement initiatives. Get ready to optimize systems, data, and processes, driving measurable outcomes and enhancing...
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Manager, Information Technology
$125K - $135K *
Drive IT infrastructure excellence by managing operations, leading a team, and optimizing cloud services while ensuring fiscal responsibility and security best practices within a mission-driven nonpro...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive quality excellence by leading the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with medical device standards and regulatory requirements while fostering collaboration across teams for ongoing...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - General Assembly, Conveyor, EOL, and Filling
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate your career by leading complex automotive projects globally. Manage scopes, budgets, and schedules while ensuring customer satisfaction. Drive cross-functional teams and navigate technical...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading Agile/Scrum processes, coordinating multi-vendor teams, and managing key program responsibilities to enhance operational capabilities within a secure and dynamic environmen...
3 weeks ago
New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager
$110K - $130K *
Drive end-to-end new product introduction programs, ensuring seamless transition from R&D to manufacturing while leading cross-functional teams to meet objectives, mitigate risks, and achieve producti...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in advancing histology methodologies, applying image analysis, and executing staining techniques to support oncology research. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-qu...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Advanced Facilities & Controlled Environments
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of advanced facilities by managing complex construction projects. Lead budgeting, scheduling, and client relations while ensuring quality compliance and promoting...
1 week ago
Manager of Scientific Communications
$90K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing accurate medical communications and supporting healthcare professionals by providing scientifically sound responses. Utilize your expertise to ensure complia...
Reposted 3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform urban landscapes as you oversee complex developer-led projects, ensuring alignment with public goals. Drive strategic initiatives in planning, execution, and community engagement for major c...
1 month ago
$180K - $220K *
Transform the future of enterprise AI as you innovate rigorous research agendas, design impactful experiments, and develop systems that bridge hypotheses with production, directly influencing business...
2 days ago
$180K - $220K *
Empower enterprise innovation by leading research that transforms historical data into actionable insights, designing experiments and scalable systems for agent performance evaluation and reinforcemen...
2 days ago
Product Manager, Tissue Biology (Antibodies)
$87K - $144K *
Elevate the antibody portfolio strategy for spatial biology and multiplex imaging. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive customer-centric innovations, product differentiation, and commercial success...
3 weeks ago
Product Manager, Tissue Biology (Antibodies)
$87K - $144K *
Innovate your career by leading antibody portfolio strategy in spatial biology. Collaborate with R&D and market teams to define, execute, and elevate solutions that enhance high-plex imaging workflows...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Partner with us to drive mission success by leading customer integrations and enhancing product efficacy while ensuring robust operational processes in a dynamic, innovative environment that bridges e...
Reposted 6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Advance your career by leading statistical activities for clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy in analyses, provide mentorship, and stay compliant with evolving...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Champion market growth by managing P&L, leading team operations, and ensuring compliance. Drive enhancements in patient care and leverage data to optimize business performance while embodying entrepre...
1 week ago
Manager, Data Center Operations
$100K - $120K *
Champion data center operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring seamless performance, and implementing sustainable practices for AI infrastructure. Elevate system efficiency and drive operational...
4 weeks ago
Manager, Data Center Operations
$100K - $120K *
Deliver exceptional leadership in data center operations, ensuring reliability and efficiency of AI infrastructure. Oversee a skilled team, manage critical functions, and implement sustainable practic...
4 weeks ago
Sr. Program Manager - AI Adoption & Change Management
$137K - $234K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of AI and business outcomes by leading digital adoption initiatives. Drive measurable value realization from IT investments while fostering collaboration and op...
Reposted 2 days ago
Technical Program Manager, Foundations Data and Operations
$150K - $180K *
Champion innovative programs as a Technical Program Manager driving search advancements. Collaborate across teams to define requirements, manage dependencies, and implement clear strategies in a dynam...
2 days ago
$130K - $160K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative memory and learning research. Shape groundbreaking experiments and algorithms that improve AI capabilities and enrich product offerings for top tech c...
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.