{"id":9544,"date":"2022-12-22T15:05:11","date_gmt":"2022-12-22T15:05:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oxfordcorp.com\/pharma-and-biotech-lab-trends-ireland-as-a-hub-for-the-life-sciences-health-industry\/"},"modified":"2025-10-13T13:54:49","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T13:54:49","slug":"pharma-and-biotech-lab-trends-ireland-as-a-hub-for-the-life-sciences-health-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oxfordcorp.com\/en\/insights\/blog\/pharma-and-biotech-lab-trends-ireland-as-a-hub-for-the-life-sciences-health-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Pharma and Biotech Lab Trends: Ireland as a Hub for the Life Sciences &#038; Health Industry\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ireland got its <a href=\"https:\/\/themedicinemaker.com\/business-regulation\/a-tale-of-irish-biopharma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">first footing in the pharmaceutical industry<\/a> in 1964 when Leo Laboratories and Bristol Myers Squibb invested in small molecule drug products and drug substances manufacturing in Dublin. The Emerald Isle has come a long way since then, with its first biotech investment (owed to Schering Plough\u2014now MSD) making its debut in the early 1990s at the Brinny facility in Cork.<\/p>\n<p>Ireland continued to rise in popularity within the life sciences realm, developing a \u201cstrong track record of project execution, talent, and long-term compliance\u201d that\u2019s valuable to many companies and has been challenging to match (A Tale of Irish Biopharma. The Medicine Maker, 2016).<\/p>\n<p>The industry continues to advance, and the small but powerful island has not only succeeded in keeping pace with international business trends (often championing much larger regions with increased resources), but is also considered \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/pharmaceuticalmanufacturer.media\/pharma-manufacturing-news\/latest-pharmaceutical-manufacturing-news\/calls-for-new-life-sciences-and-healthtech-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">one of the leading global hubs<\/a> for the development, manufacturing, and supply of medicines and their ingredients.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>BioPharmaChem Ireland Director Matt Moran states, \u201cIreland remains the location of choice for new and cutting edge biopharmachem molecules.\u201d It plans to adapt to stay \u201ccutting edge\u201d by \u201cembracing new advanced therapeutics\u201d that consider the \u201cincreasing complexity of the health innovation ecosystem.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Looking at the Numbers: Ireland as a Global Leader in Pharma and Biotechnology<\/h2>\n<p>Ireland\u2019s life sciences sector is <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmaceuticalmanufacturer.media\/pharma-manufacturing-news\/latest-pharmaceutical-manufacturing-news\/calls-for-new-life-sciences-and-healthtech-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">expected to reach \u20ac730 billion<\/a> by 2025.<\/p>\n<p>According to Ibec Head of Sectors and Director of Medtech and Engineering Dr. Sinead Keogh, \u201c\u2026the biopharma, medtech, and digital health sectors in Ireland are renowned for attracting international investment with 700+ companies operating here across the country, employing 84,000 people directly, and making a global impact with exports in excess of \u20ac105 billion.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Digital technologies are also expanding the industry, with the digital health segment projected to grow by more than 17.4% over a six-year period from 2021 to 2027, resulting in an accompanying profit increase to \u20ac426 billion.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s no doubt Ireland\u2019s\u2014and Europe\u2019s\u2014healthcare industry is expanding and evolving at a rapid pace. However, with the U.S. and Asia remaining primary competitors and growing at even faster rates, Ireland continues to push for more progress to avoid losing its footing in the lucrative industry.<\/p>\n<p>As it stands, per Industrial Development Agency (IDA) Ireland, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.idaireland.com\/explore-your-sector\/business-sectors\/biopharma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">more than 85 pharmaceutical companies<\/a> are operating in Ireland, including Novartis, AbbVie, Janssen, Pfizer, Sanofi, GlaxoSmithKline, MSD, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Takeda. Additionally, 20 of the world\u2019s top life sciences companies are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independent.ie\/storyplus\/the-home-of-life-sciences-for-businesses-in-ireland-41345404.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">thriving in Ireland<\/a>, including Johnson &amp; Johnson and Novartis.<\/p>\n<h2>Ireland\u2019s Current Life Sciences &amp; Pharmaceutical Industry R&amp;D<\/h2>\n<p>Clinical research is necessary to advance healthcare. New therapies, professional development, and high-quality care are all supported by research efforts, improving patient outcomes and personalizing treatment. Dr. Mairead O\u2019Driscoll wrote, \u201cInternational evidence tells us that research-active healthcare systems have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessnews.ie\/life-sciences\/why-invest-in-life-sciences-in-ireland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">better outcomes for patients<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Healthcare is becoming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessnews.ie\/life-sciences\/becoming-ever-more-personalised-in-treatment-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">more personal and, thereby, more effective<\/a> due to innovation in life sciences making the following opportunities available:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Genetic analysis<\/li>\n<li>Cell and gene therapy<\/li>\n<li>Wearables or biosensors<\/li>\n<li>ICT, software, and nanotechnology for enhanced drug efficacy and delivery<\/li>\n<li>AI and big data analytics to support early diagnosis<\/li>\n<li>Improved therapeutic interventions focused on the individual<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In 2020, Ireland\u2019s Government created a <a href=\"https:\/\/enterprise.gov.ie\/en\/publications\/publication-files\/innovation-2020.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">plan for innovation<\/a> backed by research, development, science, and technology. An Taoiseach at the time, Enda Kenny, T.D., stated that the vision of the strategy \u201cis for Ireland to become a Global Innovation Leader driving a strong, sustainable economy and a better society.\u201d The Executive Summary went on to state:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOver recent years, Ireland has built an innovation-driven culture and is now firmly on the global map in terms of excellence of our research\u2026 Key to delivering our vision is a commitment to increasing public and private investment in research\u2026 We are committed to maintaining a focus on the impact and relevance of research\u2026 Research is fundamental to a strong, developed economy. In order for our enterprise base to thrive, it must be both resilient and internationally competitive\u2026 Investment in research yields new, higher value-added products and services, and more efficient processes. This leads to growth in productivity, which is a determinant of long-term growth. We will support greater engagement in R&amp;D in both indigenous and foreign-owned enterprises in both SMEs and large-scale enterprises.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Ireland\u2019s pledge extends to several main focus areas, including health and medical. According to the report, the research-savvy country boasts the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Three of the world\u2019s top infant formula manufacturers<\/li>\n<li>Nine of the top 10 global pharmaceutical companies<\/li>\n<li>17 of the top 25 global medical devices companies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>IDA Ireland allocates funds for research, development, and innovation (RDI) projects annually. Sixty percent or just under \u20ac60m of the IDAs total grant-aid budget is set aside for these investments each year. Per the document, \u201cspending on health services constitutes almost 10% of total [gross domestic product] (GDP),\u201d with much of this expenditure publicly financed.<\/p>\n<p>Ireland hopes to expand its foreign direct investment (FDI) into new areas and therapies within the coming years. The country is also keen on developing its own \u201chomegrown start-ups and scale-ups\u201d and establishing new life sciences innovation facilities, including <a href=\"https:\/\/thecampus.ie\/lifesciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Campus Cherrywood<\/a>, funded by domestic investments.<\/p>\n<p>There are many benefits of health research in Ireland and the country\u2019s continued reputation as a global leader in biopharma manufacturing and R&amp;D, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Healthier exchequer: \u201cthrough direct and indirect savings and\u2026 reallocation of resources within the health system\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Innovation: \u201cproducing new, marketable products and services that can be sold globally\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Collaboration: \u201cbetween enterprise, academia, and\u2026 health services\u201d due to \u201cthe strong presence in Ireland of multinational and indigenous life science and connected health companies\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Economic growth: \u201cby ensuring a healthier workforce and\u2026 providing hi-tech employment opportunities\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Attractive environment: \u201cfor R&amp;D investment by pharmaceutical, medical devices, and biotechnology industries\u201d<\/li>\n<li>International results: \u201cmacroeconomic analyses [show] very high returns on investment [ROI] in health research\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>(Innovation 2020: Excellence. Talent. Impact. Ireland\u2019s Strategy for Research and Development, Science, and Technology. Interdepartmental Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation, 2015).<\/p>\n<h2>Life Sciences Career Development in Ireland<\/h2>\n<p>Education is essential for the growth and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessnews.ie\/life-sciences\/irish-research-development-experts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">sustainability of Ireland\u2019s life sciences industry<\/a>. Ireland\u2019s Government believes that all academic efforts should be fluid so that education can evolve as technology advances, ensuring that students are provided with the skills and knowledge coveted by employers and needed to succeed in our digital world.<\/p>\n<p>A report generated by the Irish Council for Science, Technology, and Innovation (ICSTI) stresses the importance of <a href=\"https:\/\/enterprise.gov.ie\/en\/publications\/publication-files\/forf%C3%A1s\/the-technology-foresight-report-on-health-and-life-sciences.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">creating attractive and high-quality jobs<\/a> within the health and life sciences fields to fulfill the expectations of new, well-educated graduates hoping to apply their acquired degrees to a challenging and meaningful career. Doing so can help retain talent within Ireland\u2019s borders, sustaining the economy and keeping Ireland relevant as a competitor and country of choice for the placement of laboratories and research projects.<\/p>\n<p>In pharmaceuticals alone, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irishtimes.com\/special-reports\/life-sciences-stem\/boom-in-life-sciences-sector-opening-up-a-myriad-of-career-options-1.4750145\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Ireland is home to more than 150 companies<\/a> directly employing over 30,000 people, making it the third largest pharmaceuticals exporter in the world. In addition, every region within Ireland has at least one significant employer in the life sciences sector, capitalizing on its considerable return and influence in our world\u2014meaning those who choose to pursue a career in the same are likely to be seen as \u201clong-term investments,\u201d or of substantial value.<\/p>\n<p>To establish <a href=\"https:\/\/www.siliconrepublic.com\/careers\/life-sciences-jobs-trends-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">graduates with \u201cmulti-disciplinarity\u201d<\/a> is the goal of educational institutions in Ireland, hoping to satisfy employers seeking to combine skills to enable better collaboration, improve innovation efforts, and ultimately develop more complex modalities that serve more focused patient populations in a fast-moving business space.<\/p>\n<p>Life sciences and pharmaceutical-related roles or employment areas include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Research &amp; Development (R&amp;D)<\/li>\n<li>Manufacturing<\/li>\n<li>Engineering<\/li>\n<li>Quality Assurance (QA) and Control (QC)<\/li>\n<li>Regulatory Affairs<\/li>\n<li>Clinical Trials<\/li>\n<li>Medical Devices<\/li>\n<li>Laboratory Technicians<\/li>\n<li>Data and Supply Chain Management<\/li>\n<li>Data Analytics<\/li>\n<li>Process Development<\/li>\n<li>IT Support<\/li>\n<li>Logistics<\/li>\n<li>HR, Legal, and Administration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Looking Forward: Projected Life Sciences &amp; Pharmaceutical Industry Growth in Ireland<\/h2>\n<p>Clinical research is currently a big contender for the top contributor of future development in Ireland\u2019s life sciences sector, with the Irish Government\u2019s aim to make the pharmaceutical industry a main player in the furtherance of its economic progress.<\/p>\n<p>The ICSTI report highlights <a href=\"https:\/\/enterprise.gov.ie\/en\/publications\/publication-files\/forf%C3%A1s\/the-technology-foresight-report-on-health-and-life-sciences.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">biotechnology as a principal influencer<\/a> in the health and life sciences industries globally. Ireland is not unaware of its potential impact on major economic growth and, thereby, intends to continue to leverage the \u201csecond phase\u201d of biotechnological development for social and industrial advancement. This second phase includes genomics, a type of molecular biology studying genomes or genetic material in all living organisms.<\/p>\n<p>Ireland is a prime candidate for this undertaking, as the region is well established in pharmaceuticals, chemicals, agriculture, fisheries, food and drink, environment, and forensic science. These are all critical components of the health and life sciences industries and account for significant employment, exports, and revenue for the country. Additionally, they\u2019re all presently undergoing transitions \u201cstrongly influenced by biotechnology.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The country continues to \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irishtimes.com\/special-reports\/2022\/11\/25\/irelands-thriving-life-sciences-sector\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">punch above its weight<\/a> when it comes to life sciences,\u201d according to The Irish Times, employing over 50,000 people in medical devices, pharma, and biotechnology. As noted by the publication, \u201cAll but one of the world\u2019s 25 largest biotech and pharma companies have a significant presence in Ireland, and many of the world\u2019s most prescribed drugs are manufactured here.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Ireland has an ongoing stream of large-scale investments from multinationals, with Pfizer recently announcing its \u20ac1 billion investment in its new Clondalkin plant in 2022. Other recent investments include Boston Scientific\u2019s \u20ac100 million expansion of its operations in Galway and Merck\u2019s \u20ac440 million expansion in Cork.<\/p>\n<h2>Oxford Partners with Clients, Job seekers, and Consultants in Life Sciences and Pharma in Ireland<\/h2>\n<p>Oxford\u2019s Cork office is ready and willing to answer your questions and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oxfordcorp.com\/connect-with-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"follow noopener\">partner with you<\/a> as a client or consultant, furthering your ambitions in your career or business.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you want to start your career in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oxfordcorp.com\/solutions\/life-sciences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"follow noopener\">life sciences or pharmaceutical industries<\/a> or need to find highly skilled individuals who can fill temporary gaps or short-term roles within your science and technology-based company, Oxford can help!<\/p>\n<p lang=\"EN-US\">Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oxfordcorp.com\/en-ie\/solutions\/lab-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"follow noopener\">Lab Services team<\/a> can drive results for you or your organization. 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