As of 2023, employment in the Scientific Research and Development sector in Switzerland stood at 17.77 thousand full-time equivalents (FTE). The forecasted data for the years 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady growth trend, with values increasing from 18.02 thousand FTE in 2024 to 18.98 thousand FTE in 2028. The year-on-year variation in percentage shows a consistent increase, with the largest jumps between 2023 to 2024 and 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is indicative of a healthy average annual growth rate of approximately 1.32%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increased investment in R&D and innovation.
- Government policies supporting scientific research.
- Technological advancements and their impact on employment.
- Global collaborations and their implications for the sector.
