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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for life science manager in California is $26.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $32.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a life science manager?

A Life Science Manager oversees projects, research, or operations within the life sciences industry, which includes biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and related fields. They manage teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive innovation in product development or scientific research. Their role often involves coordinating between scientists, stakeholders, and business leaders to align research objectives with business goals. Strong leadership, analytical skills, and industry knowledge are essential for success in this position.

What are the primary day-to-day responsibilities of a life science manager?

As a Life Science Manager, your typical day involves overseeing research projects, coordinating teams of scientists or lab technicians, and ensuring compliance with relevant safety and regulatory standards. You will often collaborate closely with cross-functional departments such as quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and product development to meet project milestones. Managing budgets, tracking timelines, and reporting results to senior leadership are also common tasks. This role provides exposure to strategic decision-making and offers the opportunity to lead innovations within the life sciences field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a life science manager position?

To thrive as a Life Science Manager, you need a strong background in biological or life sciences, leadership experience, and a relevant degree such as a Master's or PhD. Familiarity with laboratory management software, data analysis tools, and compliance with regulatory certifications such as GLP or GMP is often required. Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and team communication skills help distinguish top performers in this position. These abilities ensure efficient project execution, regulatory adherence, and effective collaboration in fast-paced scientific environments.

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Infographic showing various Life Science Manager job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,089 per year, or $26 per hour.

Custodial Supervisor, Life Science

SBM Management Services LP

South San Francisco, CA • On-site

$72K - $77K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

SBM Management Services rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

204th of 260 rated facilities management

Job description

Title:
Custodial Supervisor, Life Science
Job Description:
Compensation: $72,000-$77,000 per year
Job Overview
The Custodial Supervisor will be responsible for the assignment and direct supervision of custodial employees in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the assigned areas. The supervisor will inspect areas, equipment, and working conditions to ensure compliance with sanitation and OSHA regulations.
Roles & Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully and safely, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Coordinate and supervise the activities of employees in the Custodial program
  • Train and instruct employees in tasks, safety, policies, and procedures
  • Ensure that custodial services meet the needs of the site
  • Ensure custodial personnel have the equipment and supplies necessary to perform their job
  • Issues supplies to custodians as needed
  • Conduct regular quality, service, and safety inspections of assigned areas and reporting the results of the inspections with particular emphasis on needed repairs
  • Evaluate and recommend new custodial supplies and equipment by conducting testing
  • Ensure specified contract services are provided by the contractor by inspecting the work performed
  • Advises the immediate supervisor when shortcomings or other deficiencies of work are noted
  • Report employee personnel and customer issues to supervisor
  • Report accidents and incidents to the supervisor immediately
  • Carry out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
  • Interview, hire, plans, assign, and direct work
  • Ensure each team member works in conformance with SBM policies and procedures
  • Ensure operational excellence through training, coaching, disciplining, and encouragement of team members
  • Address complaints and resolve problems
  • Ensure employees are properly trained on tasks and safety requirements
  • Monitor employees for proper use of personal protective equipment, and supplies
  • Provide recommendations for corrective action on areas that need improvement
  • Review and maintain employee's records such as attendance and metric data
  • Correct at risk behavior then reports to the supervisor immediately

Qualification
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job safely. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Education and/ or Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Facilities Management, or a related field is preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, technical training, professional certifications, and progressively responsible experience leading facilities, operations, janitorial, manufacturing, or service teams will also be considered.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
May be required to have a valid driver's license.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work; performance evaluations; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Ensure employees are properly trained on tasks and safety requirements.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Benefits:
SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM's benefits, please visit SBM's website at:
www.sbmmanagement.com/careers Careers - SBM
SBM Management Services, LP and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity workplaces. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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