The global self-employed workforce in scientific R&D is concentrated in a few countries. The United States leads with 104,000 individuals, exhibiting a modest growth rate of 1.61% from the previous year. South Korea follows with 29,000, and a higher growth trend of 2.21%. The UK shows significant momentum with a 5.92% increase, while Italy and Germany remain steady. Colombia and Spain have seen small declines and growths respectively. The Netherlands, Canada, and other European countries have minimal self-employed representation and stagnant growth.
Future trends to watch include the increasing digitalization and technology-driven evolution of R&D. The United States and South Korea may continue to grow due to technological advancements and supportive policies. The emergence of AI and data analytics could spur changes in self-employment dynamics globally. Additionally, the emphasis on sustainability and green technology innovations may drive new opportunities in scientific R&D self-employment.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Scientific R&D by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 104 | 2023 | +0.97% | +1.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 29 | 2023 | +3.57% | +2.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 16 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Colombia | 14 | 2023 | -6.67% | -3.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 12 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 8 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 6 | 2023 | 0% | +3.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 6 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 2 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
