The number of higher education researchers in Finland is forecasted to decline gradually from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 28.75 researchers in 2024, the figure drops slightly each year, reaching 28.19 by 2028. Compared to 2023, this represents a modest decrease year-on-year. Notably, the two-year trend shows a consistent reduction, while the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years illustrates a steady but minor downtrend in researcher numbers.

Future trends to watch for include:

Shifts in government funding and policies impacting research and higher education.
Influence of global education trends and mobility on domestic researcher numbers.
Technological advancements that might affect the demand for researchers in various fields.
Impact of the private sector's collaboration with academic institutions on research workforce dynamics.