Employment related to science and technology continues to evolve in the Canary Islands and is gaining importance as one of the areas for the future economy of the Islands, especially in a context marked by digitalization and innovation.
According to the latest data updated by the Canary Agency for Research, Innovation and Information Society (ACIISI), this type of employment represents around 2.2% of the total in the Archipelago, in line with the trend of recent years.
These profiles —linked to research, technology, and digital skills— are increasingly necessary in sectors that bet on innovation and knowledge, and they contribute to generating higher-skilled job opportunities.
The indicators allow us to observe how this type of employment evolves year by year, showing a gradual progression that accompanies the development of the digital economy in the Canary Islands.
To drive this growth, ACIISI develops a strategy aimed at reinforcing the role of science and technology in the economy of the Islands. This strategy is supported by the Canary R&D&I Plan 2030 and the Research and Innovation Smart Specialisation Strategy (RIS3), which set the priorities in innovation and development.
Among its main lines of action are support for the training and attraction of research talent, the financing of scientific projects, the promotion of innovation in companies, and the development of the digital society.
Added to this are initiatives to facilitate collaboration between universities, research centers, and companies, as well as participation in European programs. Having updated data allows for a better understanding of this evolution and helps design public policies that favor the creation of qualified employment and the growth of more innovative sectors.