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Jobs in Raleigh

​Raleigh, North Carolina has emerged as a fast-growing hub for the life sciences industry:

  • Part of the Research Triangle region along with Durham and Chapel Hill, home to Duke University, UNC Chapel Hill, and NC State - major research universities.

  • Numerous biotech companies spawned from university research located in the Triangle, as well as offices for large pharmas like Biogen, Bayer, Merck.

  • Raleigh specifically has over 250 life sciences companies with more in nearby Research Triangle Park. Key presence in biopharmaceuticals.

  • Home to contract research organizations like IQVIA providing clinical/research services.

  • Strong talent pipeline from the universities and presence of companies creates opportunities.

  • North Carolina offers tax incentives, grants, and initiatives aimed at biotech growth. The Biotech Center accelerates industry development.

  • Lower costs of living and real estate compared to legacy hubs like Boston/San Francisco.

  • Still growing and emerging compared to established biotech hubs but has very positive momentum.

Raleigh has become a magnet for biotech in North Carolina, demonstrating fast growth that aligns with the broader Research Triangle's strengths in life sciences research and commercialization.