The global employment in the scientific research and development sector shows significant country variation. As of 2023, Canada leads with 159.06 million hours, followed by Spain at 147.75 million. Sweden and Hungary also maintain robust figures with 100.99 and 68.58 million hours respectively, while Finland records 29.1 million hours. Year-on-year, Canada and Hungary show strong growth at 8.0% and 5.75%, respectively. Spain and Sweden maintain moderate increases, while Finland experiences slower growth at 2.12%. Over the past five years, Canada evidenced the most rapid progression in scientific employment growth.
Future trends to consider include varied growth rates influenced by government R&D investments, technological advancements, and talent acquisition policies. Watch for shifts due to economic factors and innovation capacity, potentially altering employment landscapes in the sector across different countries.
Top countries in Employment in Scientific Research and Development Sector by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Million Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Canada | 159.06 | 2023 | +9.38% | +8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 147.75 | 2023 | +5.44% | +5.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 100.99 | 2023 | +1.84% | +2.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 68.58 | 2023 | +4.98% | +5.75% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 29.1 | 2023 | +1.39% | +2.12% | View data |
