North Carolina's biotechnology industry runs deep and wide, with specialties ranging from pharmaceutical manufacturing and health informatics to crop genetic engineering. Comprised of 790 companies, 2500+ additional support businesses, and over 70,000 employees, our life sciences cluster has grown by nearly 40% over the past 10 years (2012-2021).
North Carolina’s biotech clusters are truly unrivaled. From breakthrough technologies across life sciences to biopharmaceutical development and clinical research, hundreds of companies are leading the way toward sustained sector growth.
Centrally located in the state, the Research Triangle is comprised of 600+ life sciences companies and 24,000+ employees with industry specializations including biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. The Research Triangle Park (RTP) is home to the North Carolina Biotechnology Center and the First Flight Venture Center.
Fueled by 3 Tier 1 research universities and 5 outstanding medical schools, North Carolina is a leading center for life science R&D Duke University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina State University, East Carolina University and Wake Forest University all contribute to an established workforce pipeline, active industry partnerships and an innovative business environment.
North Carolina is at the forefront of transitioning to a clean energy economy. Through legislation and bold action, the state has diversified its energy resource mix to include sustainable, low-cost energy sources. Learn more about North Carolina’s commitment to clean energy.
This is business in North Carolina. From the mountains to urban hubs to the coast, growth is happening, careers are advancing, and opportunities are exploding.
Click here to connect with our Business Development Team.
