Life Sciences
Sarasota County is an ideal location for building the next generation of scientific capabilities. The warm climate and the abundance of premier health institutions attract a stable workforce. We offer a supportive environment for businesses, including access to skilled workers from local educational institutions and a growing number of medical and biotech-focused ventures.
The Right Environment is Everything
Florida is at the forefront of the life sciences industry. It has the fifth-largest biotech R&D industry, the second-largest device manufacturing industry, as well as the second-largest pharmaceuticals manufacturing industry. The region supports at least 40 companies in health sciences, bioengineering, and medical research.
In sum, Sarasota County has the right environment and a qualified workforce to attract the nation’s best. Located on Florida’s west coast, Sarasota County offers access to all these state benefits and then some.
- Quality of Life – Sarasota County is frankly, a beautiful place to live. There’s a reason people call it paradise. Sarasota’s warm climate, beaches, and cultural amenities make it an attractive destination for top-tier talent.
- Rearch Hub - Sarasota region is close to universities and research centers like the Roskamp Institute (focused on neurological research), Mote Marine Laboratory (marine biomedical research), and nearby universities like USF Sarasota-Manatee.
- Transportation Hub – Sarasota County has five commercial airports within two hours. We’re also just 25 miles from one of the largest and fastest-growing deepwater ports, SeaPort Manatee.
Key Life Sciences Sectors
Life Sciences News
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