As a nationally recognized leader in the life sciences, the Indiana Uplands region is improving and saving lives around the globe. Our region is home to one of the most respected and rapidly growing life sciences sectors, producing medical devices and pharmaceutical products that reach patients and healthcare providers worldwide.
Our global reputation is rooted in the meticulous care our workers take in producing handcrafted instruments and life-saving technologies. Attention to detail. Dedication to science and technology. Commitment to human life. These aren’t just values. They are the reasons the Indiana Uplands has earned national recognition and continues to attract new life sciences investment and opportunity.
Products developed and manufactured here are helping people live longer, healthier lives, including vascular stents and catheters, sterile surgical trays, pharmaceutical packaging, and components used in sterile injectable technologies.
Anchoring this thriving sector is Bloomington, the #1 small U.S. metropolitan statistical area (MSA) for medical device employment concentration and the #2 MSA for biopharma. Leading companies include Cook Medical, Novo Nordisk, Simtra Biopharma, and Boston Scientific located in nearby Spencer, IN.
The strength of the region’s industry is amplified by its close connection to Indianapolis, a leading national hub for life sciences. Together, our regions form a powerful corridor of innovation, manufacturing, collaboration, and impact.
No matter where you are in your career journey, the Indiana Uplands is a place to grow. Educational institutions such as Indiana University and Ivy Tech Community College offer training from certificates to advanced degrees in biotechnology, life sciences, and medical manufacturing. Many employers also offer educational assistance, enabling you to earn while you learn and build a career with impact.
This region is more than a place to work. It’s a place to make a difference. In the Indiana Uplands, you’ll find a region that values your potential, invests in your growth, and connects you to a life sciences network with global reach.
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