Life sciences and related companies from around the world announced new or expanded facilities in 2022 that will bring more than $2.1 billion in investment and over 2,700 new jobs to North Carolina.
The investments, along with new or expanded facilities in other sectors, gave North Carolina its best year to date for the number of new jobs created across all industries. Over 28,300 new jobs were announced during the year, according to Gov. Roy Cooper’s office.
Thirty-two life sciences and related companies announced 33 projects in North Carolina that will create construction jobs and then life sciences jobs.
The investments will directly benefit at least 21 communities throughout the state, including Burlington, Cary, Clayton, Concord, Conover, Durham, Four Oaks, Garner, Greensboro, High Point, Kinston, Monroe, Mooresville, Morganton, Morrisville, Pisgah Forest, Raleigh, Research Triangle Park, Sanford, Wilson and Winston-Salem.
"North Carolina enjoyed another banner year for life sciences company recruitments and expansions, confirming that the state offers major competitive advantages for this sector," said Doug Edgeton, president and chief executive officer of the North Carolina Biotechnology Center.
“These companies chose North Carolina for its talented workforce, outstanding research universities, supportive infrastructure, favorable business climate and high quality of life. Their investments in research, testing, manufacturing and other activities will create high-paying jobs in communities across the state for years to come."
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