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.
$75K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing cultural resources for Space Launch Delta 45, ensuring compliance with federal laws. Oversee project management, agency consultations, and perform archaeological assessment...
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$65K - $96K *
Engage in operational excellence by supervising admin staff, enhancing training, and improving processes to boost patient experience. Collaborate with leadership to optimize workflows and resolve serv...
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$80K - $110K *
Grow your career with this Project Manager role focused on modernization, ensuring project efficiency, profitability, and high-quality customer relationships while collaborating with sales and enginee...
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$80K - $110K *
Transform your career by managing critical modernization projects, ensuring efficiency and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive financial success...
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$80K - $110K *
Lead the charge in optimizing revenue systems and processes across teams. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and IT to enhance forecasting accuracy and drive data-driven decision-making while managing...
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$92K - $128K *
Drive customer success by providing expert technical support for biopharmaceutical processes. Collaborate with teams to optimize filtration technologies, perform scientific studies, and guide product...
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$130K - $180K *
Transform customer outcomes into effective delivery systems, ensuring accountability and efficiency while managing complex, multi-stakeholder engagements. Drive proactive communication and optimize pr...
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Senior Scientist - Manufacturing Science
$66K - $171K *
Unlock potential by providing technical expertise in API manufacturing to enhance process control, yield, and productivity, executing projects independently while supporting documentation and validati...
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Senior Manager, AI Program Management
$118K - $165K *
Shape the future of AI in our organization by leading program management efforts. Oversee project execution, drive stakeholder engagement, and ensure impactful AI adoption while fostering a culture of...
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$435K - $500K+*
Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing sales team, executing strategies, and securing strategic AI deals in various sectors. Collaborate with engineering and marketing to enhance solutions...
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$435K - $500K+*
Elevate your career by leading a high-performing sales team, driving AI adoption through strategic enterprise deals while fostering a culture of growth and collaboration. Collaborate seamlessly across...
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Project - Manager, Technical Transformation
$100K - $140K *
Lead the design and implementation of complex Salesforce solutions for federal clients, collaborating with cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance with security standards and mentor junior st...
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Regulatory Affairs Senior Manager, Digitalization
$172K - $275K *
Accelerate innovation by establishing and executing regulatory digital strategies that enhance operational excellence and enable data-driven decisions across business units and regions while leading h...
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$90K - $130K *
Shape the future of defense logistics by bridging engineering and product teams, ensuring innovative solutions meet military needs. Take charge of complex systems from concept to deployment and drive...
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$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing technology development projects, overseeing API strategies, and driving Agile methodologies within cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of innovat...
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$110K - $166K *
Empower progress at a cutting-edge clinical laboratory overseeing IHC and FISH operations while ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with teams on projects, manage personnel, and enhance la...
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Applications & Support Scientist
$75K - $95K *
Join us to empower scientific discovery as you support chromatography solutions, develop methods, and represent our innovative platform to diverse clientele, enhancing customer experience while collab...
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Business Manager - Onsite Cincinnati, OH
$85K - $110K *
Inspire growth by developing strategic business relationships with clients, managing complex accounts, and driving service excellence to enhance client satisfaction and business development opportunit...
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$107K - $190K *
Join a team that's dedicated to innovating advanced electron microscopy technology. Contribute to R&D for high-tech scientific apparatus, collaborating across disciplines to enhance instrumentation, d...
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Supply Chain & Materials Operations Manager
$95K - $110K *
Optimize supply chain operations by leading teams, managing material planning, and ensuring production support. Collaborate across functions to drive performance, enhance supplier relationships, and a...
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Senior Manager, Data Operations and Governance
$135K - $185K *
Transform data operations and governance by leading the integration and quality of commercial data. Collaborate with teams to build robust data models and ensure compliance while establishing best pra...
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Technical Project Manager / IT Infrastructure Engineer
$122K - $184K *
Lead the charge in managing IT infrastructure projects in a modern data center. Oversee GPU clusters and ensure operational excellence while engaging stakeholders, guiding technical teams, and fosteri...
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Senior Manager, Drug Safety Operations
$120K - $150K *
Advance your career by leading global pharmacovigilance operations to ensure compliance, support audits, and enhance drug safety in a dynamic environment while coordinating with multiple stakeholders...
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Manager, R&D Engineering - NPD
$141K - $236K *
Transform the medical engineering landscape by leading a high-performing team, driving innovation in product development, and ensuring regulatory compliance while shaping future initiatives...
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Senior Director/Executive Director, DMPK
$150K - $200K *
Champion strategic DMPK initiatives, leading cross-functional teams and overseeing compliance with regulatory standards to accelerate drug development from discovery to IND submissions...
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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.