As of 2023, Germany's higher education sector employs 157.5 thousand full-time equivalent R&D personnel. The forecast suggests a steady increase reaching 170.03 thousand by 2028, representing a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 1.55% over five years. Year-on-year, this shows a consistent growth trend of about 1.4% to 1.5% annually from 2024 to 2028. This upward trend indicates a strong and growing investment in research capabilities within the German higher education sector.
Future trends to watch for:
- The impact of technological advancements on R&D roles and the potential for increased automation or AI-assisted research.
- Changes in government policy and funding affecting higher education research capacities.
- Cross-border collaborations and international partnerships that might influence personnel dynamics.
