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.
$80K - $95K *
Join our team as a Maintenance Manager, leading maintenance strategies and a skilled technician team to ensure operational excellence in a manufacturing facility while upholding safety and GMP standar...
3 days ago
Scientific Technical Lead, Early Stage PDST CMC
$120K - $145K *
Champion the integration of AI into biologics development. Drive predictive modeling and data strategies to accelerate product pipelines and enhance decision-making, ensuring safe, reliable medicines...
2 weeks ago
Technical Program Manager, Developer Experience
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's enhancing developer velocity and deployment safety. You will lead cross-functional initiatives to improve engineering workflows, drive adoption of automation tools, and ensure relia...
Yesterday
$110K - $145K *
Accelerate financial management for client portfolios by overseeing project accounting, forecasting, and contract compliance. Lead a team to enhance processes, ensuring accurate reporting and adherenc...
2 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Manage and execute multiple IT initiatives, leading technical teams and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget while ensuring quality standards are met...
Yesterday
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing complex IT projects from initiation to closure. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, gather requirements, and drive successful technolog...
3 days ago
$90K - $125K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse projects with a focus on restaurant design, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to budgets and timelines while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team f...
4 weeks ago
Sr. Manager, Talent & Organizational Development
$115K - $178K *
Lead the charge in developing and executing talent and leadership initiatives that enhance organizational performance, promote career growth, and strengthen leadership effectiveness across multiple fu...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in test engineering! Lead the system-level testing and validation of cutting-edge hardware and software, ensuring quality and performance, while collaborating acr...
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$112K - $153K *
Shape the future of clinical quality assurance by leading GCP oversight initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams and supporting audits...
1 week ago
Manager, Data Governance and Analytics
$121K - $203K *
Grow your career with a pivotal role managing data governance and analytics initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams, oversee strategies and budgets, and enhance operational alignment to drive enterpr...
Today
Scientist, Organic Chemistry (Night Shift)
$100K - $120K *
Join us to execute organic chemistry workflows overnight, ensuring timely results for testing and characterization. Solve challenges independently while maintaining meticulous records and ensuring sea...
2 days ago
Staff Internal Service Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Unlock potential by maintaining and supporting advanced life science instruments, troubleshooting issues, and enhancing product reliability. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality service and driv...
6 days ago
Global Project Management Office (PMO) Manager
$120K - $145K *
Take ownership of a global PMO, ensuring strategic projects deliver on scope, time, and budget. Lead a team to innovate and implement best practices, driving excellence in customer onboarding and serv...
1 week ago
Sr Manager, Lab Operations Learning and Development
$133K - $166K *
Shape the future of laboratory operations through innovative learning and development initiatives that empower employees at all levels, ensuring the acquisition of essential skills needed for operatio...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Drive the modernization of a critical enterprise data platform while leading a team of engineers. Focus on Oracle PL/SQL and cloud migration, ensuring high-quality delivery, team growth, and effective...
3 weeks ago
Program Manager, NIEHS Literature Review (Proposal)
$109K - $175K *
Drive operational excellence by leading a multi-disciplinary team to execute a significant scientific contract, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality evidence evaluations and managing project resou...
1 week ago
Solution Manager - Technical Project Manager
$150K - $400K *
Champion your skills to lead strategic implementations and internal initiatives. Drive full lifecycle solution delivery with a focus on SAP projects, collaborating with global customers and cross-func...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $162K *
Drive the growth of sample management services by collaborating with partners, managing product strategies, and aligning with market needs to enhance revenue and profitability for a leading life scien...
1 week ago
Governance, Risk, and Compliance Manager
$190K - $275K *
Elevate customer trust by leading compliance initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure security standards are met, facilitate audits, and support enterprise cli...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$144K - $198K *
Champion enterprise AI strategies by leading governance, portfolio management, and adoption initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI literacy, promote innovation, and ensure alignment with...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate progress at managing complex oncology programs, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic objectives by coordinating cross-functional teams and implementing best practices for p...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead a team of dedicated laboratory professionals to ensure quality patient testing services and operational excellence while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a positive...
3 days ago
LC-MS Method Development Scientist
$80K - $95K *
Join our team to manage and conduct scientific studies while ensuring quality and compliance. Foster client relationships, mentor junior analysts, and troubleshoot effectively to uphold standards in a...
6 days ago
LC-MS Method Development Scientist
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as a Scientist, LCMS, where you'll drive scientific excellence and client satisfaction through method development, validation, and analytical studies, ensuring compliance with regu...
1 week 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.