The United Kingdom leads globally in scientific research and development employment with 139,630 personnel. Canada and Spain have substantial workforce figures, at 76,980 and 75,500 respectively. The UK experienced a 5.1% growth in 2023, indicating a solid performance, while Canada saw a notable 7.08% increase. Conversely, Romania and Latvia faced significant declines of 7.74% and 11.29% respectively. Estonia observed the highest growth rate at 12.82%, underscoring significant sectoral expansion. Predictable long-term growth is hindered by inconsistent trends, varying from modest to substantial across countries.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Continued growth in high-tech hubs like the UK and Canada.
- Potential recovery in countries with recent workforce declines, such as Romania and Latvia.
- Emerging growth in smaller markets like Estonia, which could reshape regional competitive dynamics.
Top countries in Employees in Scientific Research and Development Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 139.63 | 2023 | +1.9% | +5.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 76.98 | 2023 | +0.048% | +7.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 75.5 | 2023 | +3.42% | +4.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 37.4 | 2023 | +0.27% | +2.66% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 33.85 | 2023 | +2.08% | +2.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 30.85 | 2023 | +0.62% | +0.88% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 20.96 | 2023 | +2.75% | +5.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 19 | 2023 | 0% | +6.3% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 14.6 | 2023 | +5.04% | +5.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 13.15 | 2023 | +5.23% | +6.48% | View data |
