Massachusetts Biopharma Workforce Declines in 2025 Amid Industry Challenges
By Editor • August 25, 2026 • 1 min read
Massachusetts’ biopharma sector faced a notable downturn in 2025, with employment dropping by approximately 3,600 positions, marking the first decline since 2002.
The total workforce now stands at 113,503, reflecting a 3.1% reduction from the previous year. The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council attributes this contraction to various industry challenges and uncertainties regarding federal research funding.
Source: www.statnews.com
