The table below provides information about the number of workers in this career in various regions. It also provides information about the expected growth rate and future job openings.

Employment

Major employers:

• Research and testing companies
• Federal, state, and local government agencies
• Drug manufacturers

Outlook

Demand for this career is growing about as fast as average. Advances in technology create competition among companies. They must upgrade and improve their products and services more often to compete with each other. This often means they hire more research scientists to work on their products, which will create demand for managers.

Competition for jobs is strong. Job openings will occur as people retire in addition to openings due to growth.

(CIS 100136)