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.
Business Manager - Optical Engineering Group
$98K - $130K *
Contribute to streamlined operations by managing financial, administrative, and operational functions while fostering collaboration, communication, and strategic planning within a dynamic group enviro...
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$70K - $95K *
Explore your potential as a Project Manager, leading water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, manage client relationships, and drive project success from initiation to c...
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Sr Manager, Operational Excellence/PPI Business System
$100K - $130K *
Empower transformative change and drive continuous improvement initiatives through strategic implementation of the Practical Process Improvement Business System, enhancing operational excellence and t...
3 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as you manage complex DoD programs, bridging customers and technical teams to deliver innovative solutions from R&D to deployment, while ensuring contract objectives are met effe...
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Senior Scientist I, Purification Process Development
$126K - $137K *
Elevate biotherapeutic manufacturing through leading innovative purification process development. Join a dynamic team focused on advancing continuous processing technology for cost-effective, scalable...
2 days ago
$90K - $120K *
Lead the coordination of complex multi-site clinical projects, driving execution from start-up to close-out. Utilize your expertise to manage stakeholder relationships and ensure project deliverables...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Innovate supply chain strategies as you own the global SIOP process, enhancing collaboration across teams to optimize inventory management, forecasting, and customer satisfaction. Lead continuous impr...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Drive the successful construction of transformative data center projects, overseeing every phase from planning to execution, while ensuring excellence in safety, compliance, and stakeholder communicat...
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$80K - $110K *
Advance your career as you lead transformative data center construction projects, ensuring operational excellence and safety while collaborating across teams to deliver innovative infrastructure solut...
1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Transform infrastructure by leading the construction of a cutting-edge data center, ensuring project success through rigorous management, safety standards, and stakeholder collaboration while driving...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $155K *
Transform the accounting landscape by ensuring accurate financial reporting and leading a team in a fast-paced environment. Drive operational efficiency, compliance, and strategic partnerships to supp...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Manage the end-to-end delivery of complex projects, ensuring effective execution and alignment with company initiatives. Collaborate across departments to meet financial targets and customer satisfact...
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$90K - $120K *
Support impactful data center construction projects as you lead and manage operations, ensuring excellence in safety, quality, budget control, and stakeholder communication while driving continuous im...
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$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining supply chain management for clinical studies. Lead logistics and collaboration across departments to ensure efficient drug distribution and compliance while enhancing ope...
3 weeks ago
$94K - $144K *
Accelerate progress at a global scale by overseeing financial consolidations, ensuring accurate reporting across international entities. Drive efficiency and compliance while collaborating with cross...
1 week ago
$85K - $123K *
Drive the optimization and implementation of high-throughput protein expression platforms, overseeing operations and innovation in a fast-paced R&D environment while mentoring junior scientists and co...
1 week ago
$94K - $144K *
Drive impactful healthcare analytics by managing complex projects and data systems, working collaboratively with state government and academic institutions to enhance Medicaid services and improve ove...
4 days ago
Research & Innovation Manager, Governance
$115K - $165K *
Play a key role in advancing governance standards and processes within the North America Research & Innovation organization to enhance compliance, risk management, and portfolio performance through da...
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Research & Innovation Manager, Governance
$115K - $165K *
Join the charge in advancing governance within the R&I organization. Create and implement standards, streamline processes, enhance compliance, and drive insights for improved portfolio performance, en...
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$75K - $95K *
Shape the future of research management by leading and supporting a dedicated team in animal husbandry. Oversee operations, train personnel, and ensure compliance to enhance pre-clinical research effo...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Engage with multiple service lines to enhance global project finance processes, overseeing revenue recognition, profitability analysis, and budget management to drive results effectively within a coll...
1 week ago
Research Program Manager, Distributed Research
$90K - $130K *
Shape the future of decentralized research by leading operational strategies and cross-functional collaboration to enhance data collection initiatives, ensuring high-quality execution and scalable sys...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $110K *
Lead project delivery through all phases, ensuring alignment among teams, budgets, and schedules while building lasting client relationships and meeting operational excellence standards...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Transform the operational landscape by supporting scientific program execution and administrative excellence. Drive strategic initiatives, coordinate multi-disciplinary efforts, and enhance communicat...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $105K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role that blends clinical research coordination and site management, ensuring compliance, staff development, and patient engagement to drive operational excellence and...
2 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.