Laboratory Manager Jobs in California
Laboratory Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in biotechnology and pharmaceutical research, clinical diagnostics, environmental testing, and food and beverage quality assurance, with openings at every level from bench-lead to senior director. The heaviest hiring clusters around the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where anchor employers like Kaiser Permanente, Genentech, and Quest Diagnostics maintain large laboratory operations. The most in-demand specialties are clinical laboratory management, bioanalytical method development, and environmental compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This position is office-based and the preferred location is Loveland, Colorado. Candidates interested in Fountain Valley, California or New York City may also be considered.
The Target Pay Range for this position is $99,330 - $124,000 annually in Loveland, Colorado. The role also includes an annual bonus opportunity. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.
Antech is seeking a highly driven Marketing Product Manager to focus on executing the short- and long-term vision for Laboratory Diagnostics. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, creativity, collaboration, and understanding of veterinary clinic operations, diagnostics, and how diagnostics work together in service of the veterinarian and ultimately the patient. The ideal candidate should be adept at digital marketing tools, working in matrixed management structures, navigating complex market dynamics, and driving growth through innovative marketing initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Market Research and Insights
Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify market trends, customer needs, competitor activities, and potential opportunities for growth.
Use these insights to inform program development and marketing strategies.
Engage with practicing veterinarians and corporate veterinary groups to understand their needs and tailor marketing strategies accordingly.
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and shifts in veterinary medicine to continuously adapt and improve marketing strategies.
Strategic Marketing Development
Lead the creation and execution of industry recognized above-brand education and marketing programs including digital aimed at increasing use of laboratory diagnostics.
Develop strategies to effectively compete against major industry players, identifying unique selling points and value propositions.
Ensure these programs are tailored to meet the needs of different clinic sizes and types.
Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of marketing programs and initiatives, using metrics to measure success and inform future strategies.
Marketing Plan Creation and Execution:
Develop and oversee the execution of comprehensive marketing plans for laboratory diagnostics
This involves setting clear objectives, defining target audiences, determining marketing channels and tactics, allocating budgets, and measuring the effectiveness of these plans in achieving business goals.
Establish and monitor key performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing strategies and initiatives.
Cross Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Communications
Work closely with Capital Equipment and Products, Preventive Care Research and Development, Sales/Sales Enablement, Marketing/marcomm, National Accounts and Senior leadership audiences to ensure alignment of marketing strategies with product development and sales goals.
Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including presentations to executive teams and participation in industry events.
Provide necessary training, materials, and support to sales representatives and account managers.
Budget Management
Manage the marketing budget, ensuring resources are effectively allocated to achieve program goals and deliver a strong return on investment.
Education and Experience
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration or a related discipline, specialization in healthcare marketing is an added advantage.
3-5+ years of marketing experience in a healthcare, veterinary or diagnostics industry
Proven track record in executing marketing strategies in a veterinary or healthcare setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Veterinary industry experience: Direct experience in the veterinary industry whether in clinical practice, veterinary pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, or related fields is highly valued.
Specialized experience in or knowledge of veterinary diagnostics.
Technical skills: Advanced knowledge of digital marketing tools, data analytics software, and CRM systems. Familiarity with veterinary practice management software is a plus.
Networking and Affiliations: Active participation in relevant industry associations, networks, and professional groups within veterinary or healthcare marketing fields
Additional certifications: Certifications in marketing, digital marketing, or project management desirable
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Technical Skills and Experience
Marketing Experience: Proven ability to develop and implement effective B2C marketing strategies, particularly in program development and digital marketing.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data-driven insights for decision making.
Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to evolving market trends and business needs.
Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with modern marketing tools and CRM systems, with a keen interest in AI and technological advancements in veterinary diagnostics.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in presenting complex concepts to diverse audiences.
Data Analysis and Metrics: Competency in using data analytics to inform marketing decisions and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
Budget Management: Experience in managing marketing budgets, allocating resources efficiently, and demonstrating a strong return on investment.
Digital Platform Marketing: Skills in promoting digital tools and platforms, ideally with experience in health or veterinary tech.
Project Management: Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully leading and completing marketing projects.
Industry Specific Knowledge Preferred
Veterinary Diagnostics Knowledge: Understanding of the veterinary diagnostics market, including trends, challenges, and opportunities. Proficiency in understanding veterinary practice management dynamics, including workflow efficiency, client engagement strategies, and operational challenges. Ability to tailor marketing programs that align with and enhance the day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals of veterinary practices.
Customer-Centric Mindset: A deep understanding of customer needs and behaviors, particularly in the context of veterinary practices.
Sales Collaboration: Experience working closely with sales teams, understanding the dynamics of sales and marketing collaboration in a healthcare-related field.
Travel
This role will require up to 25% travel, depending on the candidate’s location
About Antech
Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.
Benefits
Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.
Benefits eligiblity is based on employment status.
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) with company match
Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
Life Assistance Program
Pet Care Discounts
Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers .
Note to Search Firms/Agencies
Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory manager jobs across California.
- California Laboratory Director licensure or Clinical Laboratory Scientist license where required by role
- Bachelor's or master's degree in life sciences, chemistry, clinical laboratory science, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing laboratory staff, budgets, and quality control programs
- Proficiency with laboratory information management systems and regulatory compliance documentation
- Familiarity with CAP, CLIA, ISO 17025, or FDA GLP and GMP standards as applicable to the setting
- Strong record of leading cross-functional teams and maintaining laboratory accreditation requirements
Laboratory Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a laboratory manager in California?
The path depends on the laboratory type. Clinical laboratory managers typically need a California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license issued by the California Department of Public Health, which requires an accredited bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or a related discipline and passing the state licensure examination. Non-clinical settings such as environmental, biotech, or industrial labs generally do not require a state license but do expect a relevant science degree and progressively responsible bench or supervisory experience.
How much do laboratory managers make in California?
Laboratory managers in California earn a median of about $210,230 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $130,730 for the lowest 10% to over $330,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire laboratory managers in California?
Employers hiring laboratory managers in California right now include Sutter Health, Twining, and Kaiser Permanente, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's density of biotech firms, hospital networks, and contract research organizations means demand is distributed across both large enterprise employers and specialized mid-size laboratories.
Which California cities have the most laboratory manager jobs?
Los Angeles, Stanford, and Livermore have the most laboratory manager openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its concentration of biotech and pharmaceutical headquarters, San Diego draws heavily from its life sciences research corridor along Torrey Pines, and Los Angeles reflects demand from large hospital systems, environmental testing facilities, and food science operations tied to the region's manufacturing base.
Are there remote laboratory manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Most laboratory manager roles require on-site presence to oversee staff, maintain equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and accreditation standards. About 13% of laboratory manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve quality systems management, regulatory documentation, or program oversight rather than direct bench supervision.
How can I get hired as a laboratory manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a lead or senior scientist role first, then stepping into supervisory responsibilities within the same organization. Large California health systems like Kaiser Permanente and UC Health run laboratory scientist training programs and new-graduate residencies that build the clinical foundation needed to advance. In biotech, associate scientist and quality control analyst roles at San Diego and Bay Area firms often serve as the direct ladder into laboratory management.
Where can I find and apply to laboratory manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to laboratory manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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