The global scientific research and development sector has shown varying trends in employee distribution by country. In 2023, significant year-on-year increases were observed in Estonia (12.82%) and Ireland (9.83%), indicating strong growth potentials. Notable declines were seen in Romania (-7.74%), Lithuania (-7.01%), and Latvia (-11.29%). Major players such as the United Kingdom (5.1%) and Canada (7.08%) experienced moderate growth, reflecting their sustained investment in the sector. Smaller but promising growth rates were evident in countries like Denmark (6.3%) and Portugal (6.48%), while Poland and Hungary showed relatively lower increases of 2.66% and 2.42%, respectively.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased investment in high-growth areas like Estonia and Ireland, as well as measures to counteract the decline in research and development employment in countries like Romania, Lithuania, and Latvia. Additionally, maintaining and boosting growth in established markets such as the United Kingdom and Canada will be crucial for the global sector’s overall expansion.
Top countries in Employees in Scientific Research and Development Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 26.83 | 2023 | +1.9% | +5.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 14.79 | 2023 | +0.048% | +7.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 14.51 | 2023 | +3.42% | +4.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.19 | 2023 | +0.27% | +2.66% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 6.51 | 2023 | +2.08% | +2.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 5.93 | 2023 | +0.62% | +0.88% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 4.03 | 2023 | +2.75% | +5.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 3.65 | 2023 | 0% | +6.3% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2.81 | 2023 | +5.04% | +5.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.53 | 2023 | +5.23% | +6.48% | View data |
