What is driving the lab staffing crisis?
Research shows that lab vacancy rates are between 7% and 11% across the nation, with some spots experiencing shortages as high as 25%.1 The causes of these shortages are complex and multifaceted.
Why it matters:
- The number of training programs is declining
- Salaries for lab professionals are comparatively low despite high educational requirements and costs
- Staff turnover rates are increasing as lab professionals struggle with high workloads, stress, and burnout
These problems aren’t going to be alleviated anytime soon, making it more urgent for lab managers to successfully recruit and retain qualified lab professionals.
