In 2023, the total R&D personnel in France stood at 464.84 thousand full-time equivalents. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady increase in the number of R&D personnel, starting at 468.96 thousand in 2024 and reaching 485.08 thousand by 2028. This growth reflects a consistent year-on-year increase, with an estimated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increased governmental and private sector investment in R&D activities.
- Growing demand for personnel in emerging tech sectors like AI and green technologies.
- Shifts in global economic conditions potentially affecting funding and workforce dynamics.
