Growing the sector

Skills, talent and people

The UK life sciences sector is projected to face a shortfall of 133,000 skilled workers by 2030. The Bioindustry Association (BIA) is committed to supporting businesses in fostering innovation by attracting, retaining, and developing talent through targeted projects.

Diversity and inclusion

Building a thriving, diverse workplace is a priority across all industries. For the UK’s life sciences and biotech sector to thrive, it must attract and nurture talented innovators from diverse backgrounds, who can access investment and retain talent in a highly competitive market.  

Invest in biotech

UK biotech was outperforming the broader market before COVID-19 hit, since then its relative performance has been stronger still and there have been many new investors entering the sector on the London Stock Exchange.

Women in Biotech

Women in Biotech is a vibrant network that aims to improve the underrepresentation of women at senior levels in the biotech sector, offering in-person events, an online forum, a range of guidance and a recently launched mentoring programme.

Innovation Map