Life Sciences

Talent, R&D and growing clusters of global leaders make Florida a top destination for Life Science companies. 

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Florida is where life science innovation thrives

1st for university research parks in the U.S.

2nd largest medical device manufacturing industry

4th in clinical trials initiated among states

1st for high-tech employment in the Southeast U.S.

2nd largest pharmaceuticals manufacturing industry

5th largest biotech R&D industry

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Florida's workforce supports a growing life sciences industry

More than 32,000 professionals work in the state's biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing industries, and an annual increase in STEM graduates means the industry has a healthy outlook.

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A Healthy State for Life Sciences

Florida is the nation's No. 2 medical device and pharma manufacturing state

 

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Find a home for your company in Florida

The PoweringFlorida team has decades of experience helping leading companies find their next home in the Sunshine State. Let us find the ideal location for you.

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Affordable rates & incentives

FPL's large industrial electric rates are more than 30% below the national average with negotiable incentives designed to attract new investments to the Sunshine State.

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A state with smarts

Florida has the No. 1 ranked higher education system in the nation and produces more than 45,000 STEM graduates annually.

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BioFlorida

Representing the state's establishments and research organizations in biopharma, medtech, digital health and health systems.

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WonderFL

The WonderFL campaign is a first-of-its-kind campaign to promote the state of Florida as an ideal location to live, work and play. It features statewide and regional websites promoting the unique work/life balance, employment opportunities and quality of life found in Florida. What will your life be in FL?

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CareerSource Florida

Florida's statewide workforce policy and investment board, helping connect businesses with the talented workforce and training needed to succeed and grow.

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News Room

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Sep 02, 2021
1 min

Florida isn’t often thought of as a manufacturing hub, much less a high-tech medical manufacturing Mecca. A new report counters that belief, showing Florida is a major player nationally in making health care devices and related work.

Full story at Business Observer
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