New job announcements in the quantum technology sector surged 8.3% globally in September, signaling a return to industry expansion. North America saw a notable increase of 14.4%, while Europe reported a 4.5% rise. However, the rest of the world experienced a slight decline of 0.2%, an improvement from August’s figures.
September’s uptick follows the typical summer hiring slowdown, and October data is anticipated to provide further insights into ongoing industry growth.
Job Posting Changes: September 2024
| Region | September 2024 | August 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Global | +8.3% | +2.4% (previously 1.1%) |
| Europe | +4.5% | -7.4% (previously -9.5%) |
| North America | +14.4% | +19.8% (previously 19.6%) |
| Rest of World | -0.2% | -9.4% (unchanged) |
The QTech Workforce Monitor Report compiles data from publicly announced job openings within the quantum technology sector. This report is published monthly on the QED-C Blog. The next update will be available on November 7, 2024.