Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship Programs

St. John’s University/American Regent, Inc. Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship—Medical Affairs

Peter Attia, Pharm.D.

Peter Attia, Pharm. D. is the 2024-2026 St. John's University/American Regent fellow in Medical Affairs.    

Dr. Attia earned his Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Studies from the University of the Sciences. He then graduated with his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy (PCP) at Saint Joseph’s University (formerly known as University of the Sciences). For the past two years, Dr. Attia has worked part time at Mirador Global as an Oncology and Rare Disease Commercialization Intern. During this internship he conducted in-depth research on multiple oncology and rare disease states, analyzed market trends, and interacted with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) through interviews. Additionally, Dr. Attia completed a twelve-week internship at MannKind Corporation working with experts in diabetes care. During this internship he participated in the preparation of an advisory board, development of a Phase 2/3 protocol, attended the American Diabetes Association conference, and worked on a data analysis project focused on the interplay between carbohydrate intake, glucose values, and timing of inhaled fast-acting insulin. The latter was presented internally to Executive Leadership Team members. During his time at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, Dr. Attia served as President of the Drug Information Association (DIA), where he educated students about the various opportunities a Doctor of Pharmacy candidate can secure in the pharmaceutical industry.

Dr. Attia was born in Egypt and moved, and was raised in, California. In his free time, he plays and coaches basketball games in his church league. Basketball is his favorite sport, and he is a huge Lakers fan. Peter also enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family.

Nicole Conciardo, Pharm.D.

Nicole Conciardo, Pharm.D., is the 2025-2027 St. John's University/American Regent fellow in Medical Affairs.  

Nicole earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from St. John Fisher University in Rochester, NY. During pharmacy school, she completed a highly selective medical affairs rotation in oncology focused on TIL cell therapy—one of only two students chosen for the opportunity. Her passion for industry led her to advocate for, and complete a second back-to-back rotation in medical information making her the first student from her program to do so. These experiences solidified her interest in medical affairs and helped shape her professional trajectory. 

Beyond rotations, Dr. Conciardo founded the Student Pharmacy Research and Industry Interest Group (SPRIIG) at St. John Fisher. Through SPRIIG, she created a space for students to explore careers in industry, organized guest speaker events with professionals across pharma, and mentored peers who were navigating early interest in nontraditional pharmacy pathways. 

Following graduation, Dr. Conciardo worked as a staff pharmacist at CVS, where she gained firsthand experience in patient care, medication safety, and high-volume pharmacy operations. Her time in retail strengthened her ability to make clinical decisions quickly, communicate with diverse patient populations, and collaborate across interdisciplinary teams. 

Originally from upstate New York, Dr. Conciardo enjoys staying active with yoga, taking long walks with her dog, and escaping to Florida during the winter months. She’s also an avid reader—currently challenging herself to finish a new book each month. Her favorite read so far: Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Dr. Conciardo is excited to continue growing in her industry journey and looks forward to what’s ahead.

St. John’s University/Pfizer Inc. Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship—Oncology Global Market Access and Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR)

Priyam Patel, Pharm.D.

Priyam Patel, PharmD., is the 2024–2026 St. John’s University/Pfizer Inc. Pharmaceutical Industry Fellow in Oncology Global Market Access and Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR). 

Priyam earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy (PCP) at Saint Joseph’s University (formerly known as University of the Sciences). During his time in pharmacy school, Priyam co-founded the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research (ISPOR) student chapter where he served as Vice President. He also led a student research poster on the cost effectiveness of an oncology product on various forms of melanomas. It was during his rotations at GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and Eisai Inc. where he became committed to pursuing an opportunity within the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus in oncology.

In his free time, Priyam loves to play all kinds of sports including soccer, tennis, and skiing. Additionally, he loves to travel around the world and meet new people.

Janvi Lagdiwala, Pharm.D.

Janvi Lagdiwala, Pharm.D.,is the 2025-2027 St. John’s University/ Pfizer Inc. Pharmaceutical Industry Fellow in Oncology Global Market Access and Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR). 

Dr. Lagdiwala earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University. During her time in pharmacy school, she served as the Vice President of the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) organization and participated in research focused on transdermal pharmacology.

Dr. Lagdiwala spent three years at Daiichi Sankyo Inc., in both their US Market Access and US Medical Affairs Training & Development teams, working across their oncology portfolio and preparing for launch readiness. These experiences ignited her passion to pursue an opportunity within the oncology space. Following her rotational experiences at Bristol Myers Squibb in Business Insights & Analytics and Horizon BCBSNJ in Managed Care, Dr. Lagdiwala solidified her interest in Market Access and HEOR. She is excited to gain valuable experiences and work alongside a diverse team at Pfizer and St. John’s University, with the goal of improving patient access to new therapies worldwide.

St. John’s University/Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie Company, Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship—Clinical Development

Noor Elbershawi, Pharm. D.

Noor Elbershawi, Pharm. D., is the 2024-2026 St. John's University/Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie Company, Clinical Development fellow. 

Earning her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of California, San Francisco, Dr. Elbershawi spent her time during pharmacy school participating in various industry-related activities. She led her school's team to a first place win in the national Industry Pharmacists Organization VIP Case Competition in 2023. She also completed an internship with consulting firm ECIR in medical information and scientific communications. Dr. Elbershawi also conducted pre-clinical drug development research in computational novel drug discovery. These experiences collectively provided her with a well-rounded understanding of the scope of the pharmacist’s role within industry and motivated her to pursue a fellowship in drug development. 

In her free time, Dr. Elbershawi enjoys Pilates, kayaking, and making her own pottery. She loves spending time with her family and friends and is always searching for new experiences to participate in. She looks forward to expanding her knowledge of the industry during this fellowship and is excited to be part of this program.

Rola Elzein, Pharm.D.

Rola Elzein, Pharm.D., is the 2025–27 St. John’s University/Allergan Aesthetics Fellow in Clinical Development.

Dr. Elzein earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy in Richmond, VA. During her time in pharmacy school, she served as the Internship Director for the Industry Pharmacists Organization (IPhO) from 2024–25, following a prior role as the Fellowship Catalog Intern in the fall of 2023.

Dr. Elzein gained valuable industry experience through internships in both the public and private sectors. She worked as a Market Access Intern at Cencora, where she supported access strategy and value demonstration initiatives. She also completed a Clinical Pharmacology internship at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, where she conducted research on clinical trial designs for insulin biosimilar products.

Dr. Elzein is excited to be joining the Plastics/Regenerative Medicine and Filler teams at Allergan Aesthetics. She looks forward to learning from cross-functional partners, advancing her understanding of clinical development, and deepen her passion for aesthetics while helping translate scientific innovation into impactful therapies for patients that will empower confidence.

Originally from Suffolk, Virginia, Dr. Elzein holds an undergraduate degree in biology from the College of William and Mary and Old Dominion University. Outside of her professional pursuits, she enjoys traveling, trying new food spots, and watching movies.

St. John’s University/PTC Therapeutics Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship—Global Regulatory Affairs

Amanda Kay Wilson, Pharm.D.

Amanda Kay Wilson, Pharm.D., is the 2024–2026 St. John's University/PTC Therapeutics Pharmaceutical Industry Fellow in Global Regulatory Affairs. 

Dr. Flood earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Arizona in 2024 and a Master of Legal Studies in 2023. Building a foundation of legal knowledge alongside her pharmacy education shaped Amanda's interest in regulatory affairs.  

While at the University of Arizona, Dr. Flood was actively involved in the Industry Pharmacists Organization, participating in the VIP Case Competition and being a team member who received a perfect score for the regulatory affairs portion of the activity. She completed a US Food and Drug Administration rotation at the Office of New Drug Policy as well as a Regulatory Affairs/Public Policy rotation at Amazon Pharmacy during her final year of pharmacy school. These experiences, combined with the additional community, internal medicine, and hospital rotations, shaped Amanda's passion and goals for her career in pharmacy. 

Dr. Flood is eager to join the St. John's University/PTC Therapeutics fellowship team. She is beyond grateful for the opportunity to gain experience in a role with organizations whose goals align with hers.

Amanda's vibrant nature is evident in her love for dance, reading, and hosting game nights with friends and family. She enjoys exploring new fitness goals and attends frequent yoga and kickboxing classes.

St. John’s University/Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship—Global Medical Affairs

Marco Ghiozzi, Pharm.D.

Marco Ghiozzi, Pharm.D., is the 2025-2027 St. John’s University/Otsuka Pharmaceutical Industry Fellow in CNS Global Medical Strategy.

Dr. Ghiozzi earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. During his time at St. John’s, he was actively involved in a variety of organizations both within and beyond the pharmacy community. His leadership and engagement included the Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity, the Student National Pharmaceutical Association, and the University’s Pep Band. Marco also completed a diverse set of rotations, including experiences in the pharmaceutical industry and multiple clinical settings that provided him a well-rounded foundation preparing him for this fellowship.

As one of the inaugural fellows in the partnership between St. John’s University and Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Marco is enthusiastic about contributing to the dynamic and collaborative culture that Otsuka fosters. Marco looks forward to gaining hands-on experience in Global Medical Affairs, engaging with cross-functional teams and helping shape strategic decisions that impact patient outcomes. His goal is to contribute meaningfully to Otsuka’s mission and future initiatives.

Outside of work, Marco enjoys staying active through sports, especially basketball, and is currently training for the 2026 NYC Marathon. He values quality time with family and friends and brings a competitive spirit to game nights.

Anjali Rana, Pharm.D.

Anjali Rana, Pharm.D., is the 2025–2027 St. John’s University/Otsuka Pharmaceutical Industry Fellow in Medical Affairs, Global Medical Strategy.

Dr. Rana earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from St. John’s University in Queens, NY. She gained experience across medical affairs, scientific communications, and field medical operations through an APPE rotation at Pfizer and internships at Moderna and Biolumina. Within these roles she contributed to projects that brought scientific insights to life and strengthened collaboration across teams.

While at St. John’s, Dr. Rana presented research at national conferences and held leadership roles focused on mentorship, health equity, and patient advocacy. She aims to lead change by merging technology with medical strategy to improve patient outcomes.

As part of the inaugural fellowship cohort, Dr. Rana is helping define the structure of this new position within Otsuka to support unified, sustainable growth across the medical team. In her free time, she enjoys hiking with her dog Fetch, discovering new restaurants around New York City, and planning her next travel adventure. She looks forward to bringing her curiosity and creativity to this chapter with Otsuka and St. John’s University.

Megan Mach, Pharm.D.

Megan Mach, Pharm.D., is the 2025-2027 St. John’s/Otsuka Pharmaceutical Industry Fellow in Global Medical Strategy – Nephrology/Immunology.

Dr. Mach earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from UC San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Her diverse professional experience spans medical affairs, clinical pharmacology, managed care, regulatory research, drug formulation, and community pharmacy, with roles at organizations such as the FDA, Pfizer, Tarsus, Catalent, and MedImpact. Through these experiences, she has contributed to early oncology drug development, regulatory policy research, medical launch strategy, and medical science communications.

Megan’s passion is to leverage her PharmD degree to expand access to innovative therapies and generate evidence to support clinical practice. In addition to presenting research at national conferences, her role serving as a student ambassador reflects her commitment to leadership and outreach. She hopes to use her range of experiences to support strategic thinking within medical affairs with a patient-centered approach.

In her personal life, Megan finds joy in her friends and family, traveling, reading, weightlifting, thrifting, boba, and sunsets. She cherishes nature, with the beach being her happiest place. With her foundational training as a pharmacist and experiences across various sectors of pharma, she aspires to make meaningful contributions to the advancement of novel medications for all patients.

St. John's University and Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie Company, Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship

Programs Offered

Clinical Development

Program Objective

This two-year post-doctoral pharmaceutical industry fellowship is designed to provide the Doctor of Pharmacy graduate a profound and unique experience within a pharmaceutical corporation, Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie Company. The fellow will have exposure to various departments within Allergan Aesthetics as well as research and teaching opportunities at St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. It is the goal of the program to provide the fellow with the skills and tools necessary for a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry.

The overall objective for the fellowship is to provide hands-on experience in Clinical Development, with exposure to additional functional areas selected by the fellow as part of the second-year programming.

Fellowship Goals and Objectives

• Exposure to various medical and regulatory aspects of clinical development; device and/or drug development.
• Training of participants for a career in the pharmaceutical industry by allowing them “hands-on” experience.
• Provision of a hands-on experience and application to the fellow with respect to clinical study design, clinical strategy, data analysis and all aspects of clinical development.

College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Component

The fellow may apply for an affiliate faculty appointment at St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Additionally, each fellow will have opportunities at the university to participate in activities to promote professional development including:

• Formal and informal educational opportunities
• Collaborative research projects with St. John's University faculty
• Development of continuing education courses
• A resident and fellow seminar series in collaboration with the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences 
• Graduate degree programs available at the university to further his or her educational development (Master's or PhD degrees)
• On-campus teaching opportunities within the Doctor of Pharmacy Program
• Individual research project(s)
• Opportunity to participate in a Teaching Certificate Program 

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the fellowship program, a certificate of completion will be awarded by St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie Company.

Eligibility for Fellowship

Fellows are chosen from a nationally competitive selection process. To be eligible, candidates must graduate from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program and have a keen interest in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Stipend and Benefits

The fellow will be a full-time St. John’s University employee. A competitive stipend will be provided as well as options for comprehensive health and dental insurance. Travel to professional meetings, conventions, and other facilities of the company may be possible.

St. John’s University and American Regent Inc. Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship

Programs Offered

Medical Affairs

Program Objective

The two-year post-doctoral pharmaceutical industry fellowship is designed to provide the Doctor of Pharmacy graduate a profound and unique experience within a pharmaceutical corporation, American Regent. The fellow will have exposure to various departments within American Regent as well as research and teaching opportunities at St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. It is the goal of the program to provide the fellow with the skills and tools necessary for a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Medical Affairs

Pharmacists in the Department of Medical Affairs provide efficient and unbiased medical information concerning the company’s pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals, consumers, and internal associates. Upon completion of rotation within this department, the fellow will be able to:

Medical Affairs Overview:

• Develop and utilize strong clinical trial analysis skills to evaluate medical literature, interpret scientific data, and support healthcare professionals and consumers 

• Create and present educational lectures on products and disease states to internal and external stakeholders 

• Attend medical/scientific meetings to ensure an in-depth understanding of the latest advances and updated scientific information that will help shape our publication and Investigator Sponsored Study strategies 

• Work with the Medical Affairs team including, but not limited to: Medical Communications Leads, Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Directors, Medical Writers, and other relevant team members on the development and approval of core clinical material 

• Manage company expectations while effectively integrating key clinical messages for dissemination to a wide array of audiences 

• Acquire the medical expertise and experience to thrive in the pharmaceutical industry while complying with FDA and PhRMA regulations 


Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Overview:

• Establish and maintain working relationships with healthcare professionals 

• Provide education by creating scientific dialogue around American Regent products and sponsored research 

• Fellows will have the opportunity to shadow the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team and attend relevant conferences to deepen their understanding of Medical Affairs in a professional, pharmaceutical industry setting 


College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Overview

The fellow may apply for an affiliate faculty appointment at St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and will precept entry-level Doctor of Pharmacy students who are assigned to American Regent, Inc. for experiential training. Additionally, each fellow will have opportunities at the university to participate in activities to promote professional development including:

• Formal and informal educational opportunities
• Collaborative research projects with St. John’s University faculty
• Development of continuing education courses
• A resident and fellow seminar series in collaboration with the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
• Graduate degree programs available at the university to further his or her educational development (Master’s or PhD degrees)
• On-campus teaching opportunities within the Doctor of Pharmacy Program
• Individual research project(s)
• Opportunity to participate in a Teaching Certificate Program

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the fellowship program, a certificate of completion will be awarded by St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and American Regent.

Eligibility for Fellowship

Fellows are chosen from a nationally competitive selection process. To be eligible, candidates must graduate from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program and have a keen interest in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Stipend and Benefits

The fellow will be a full-time St. John’s University employee. A competitive stipend will be provided as well as options for comprehensive health and dental insurance. Travel to professional meetings, conventions, and other facilities of the company may be possible.

St. John's University and Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship

Programs Offered

Global Medical Affairs

Program Objective

This two-year post-doctoral pharmaceutical industry fellowship is designed to provide the Doctor of Pharmacy graduate a profound and unique experience within a pharmaceutical corporation, Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. The fellow will have exposure to various departments within Otsuka as well as research and teaching opportunities at St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. It is the goal of the program to provide the fellow with the skills and tools necessary for a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry.

The overall objective for the fellowship is to provide hands-on experience in Global Medical Affairs, with exposure to other functional areas during the program.

• Primary Objectives:

  • Develop a strategic mindset within the Medical Affairs function, with a focus on US and global strategy.

  • Foster cross-functional collaboration skills by engaging with stakeholders across clinical development, regulatory, commercial, GVRWE, medical communications and other internal functions.

  • Enhance core competencies in areas of Medical Affairs tactical work including but not limited to scientific communication, data interpretation, real-world evidence integration, post launch initiatives and launch readiness.

  • Prepare fellows for future leadership roles by providing mentorship, ownership of high-impact projects, and exposure to global strategic planning processes.

• Upon program completion, fellows will be equipped to:

  • Strategically contribute to global and regional medical affairs initiatives, including strategic planning, data dissemination, and launch execution.

  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to align on global objectives and drive execution across multiple geographies and stakeholders.

  • Lead and manage projects that support organizational goals, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and communication excellence.

  • Navigate the complexities of the pharmaceutical industry with confidence, agility, and a strong understanding of the evolving healthcare landscape.

College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Component

The fellow may apply for an affiliate faculty appointment at St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Additionally, each fellow will have opportunities at the university to participate in activities to promote professional development including:

• Formal and informal educational opportunities
• Collaborative research projects with St. John's University faculty
• Development of continuing education courses
• A resident and fellow seminar series in collaboration with the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
• Graduate degree programs available at the university to further his or her educational development (Master's or PhD degrees)
• On-campus teaching opportunities within the Doctor of Pharmacy Program
• Individual research project(s)
• Opportunity to participate in a Teaching Certificate Program

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the fellowship program, a certificate of completion will be awarded by St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.

Eligibility for Fellowship

Fellows are chosen from a nationally competitive selection process. To be eligible, candidates must graduate from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program and have a keen interest in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Stipend and Benefits

The fellow will be a full-time St. John’s University employee. A competitive stipend will be provided as well as options for comprehensive health and dental insurance. Travel to professional meetings, conventions, and other facilities of the company may be possible.

St. John's University and Pfizer Inc. Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship

Programs Offered

Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR)/Market Access

Program Objective

The two-year post-doctoral pharmaceutical industry fellowship is designed to provide the Doctor of Pharmacy graduate a profound and unique experience within a pharmaceutical corporation, Pfizer. The fellow will have exposure to various departments within Pfizer as well as research and teaching opportunities at St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. It is the goal of the program to provide the fellow with the skills and tools necessary for a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry. 

The objective for the fellowship is to provide hands-on experience in advanced techniques pertaining to HEOR evaluation of cancer pharmaceuticals, in addition to market access experience, to introduce and develop valuable skills in an increasingly important discipline. During this unique two-year fellowship, the fellow will use her/his skills to make positive impact on global patient care. The fellowship spans a variety of payer archetypes and involves establishing strong working relationship with market access, HEOR, commercial, medical and clinical develop functions. 

Fellowship Goals and Objectives

• Build and maintain expertise in payer regulations and priorities across major countries
• Partner with an asset market access lead to execute the market access and pricing strategy for the assigned oncology asset, which includes but is not limited to, executing payer market research, developing payer value proposition and story, market access and pricing negotiations, payer benefit analysis, and contracting solutions
• Gain proficiency in the field of health economics, outcomes research, and comparative effectiveness research (CER)
• In collaboration with global HEOR leads, conduct outcomes research evaluations with real world data, develop health economics models to characterize and communicate product budget impact and cost-effectiveness; participate in HEOR projects and gain experience in how a pharmaceutical manufacturer uses clinical, economic and humanistic data to support the development and commercialization of its products
• Lead the timely development of United States HEOR launch excellence deliverables including economic models and innovative tools to successfully support launch reimbursement and access requirements
• Manage multiple projects and budgets to target and interact with vendors to execute projects
• Determine appropriate action, execution, tracking and monitoring of projects
• Attend professional meetings, as well as internal business meetings, with travel, attendance, and associated cost reimbursed dependent on active research dissemination and business objectives and need

College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Component

The fellow may apply for an affiliate faculty appointment at St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Additionally, each fellow will have opportunities at the university to participate in activities to promote professional development including:

• Formal and informal educational opportunities
• Collaborative research projects with St. John's University faculty
• Development of continuing education courses
• A resident and fellow seminar series in collaboration with the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences 
• Graduate degree programs available at the university to further his or her educational development (Master's or PhD degrees)
• On-campus teaching opportunities within the Doctor of Pharmacy Program
• Individual research project(s)
• Opportunity to participate in a Teaching Certificate Program

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the fellowship program, a certificate of completion will be awarded by St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Pfizer.

Eligibility for Fellowship

Fellows are chosen from a nationally competitive selection process. To be eligible, candidates must graduate from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program and have a keen interest in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Stipend and Benefits

The fellow will be a full-time St. John’s University employee. A competitive stipend will be provided as well as options for comprehensive health and dental insurance. Travel to professional meetings, conventions, and other facilities of the company may be possible.

St. John's University and PTC Therapeutics Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship

Programs Offered

Global Regulatory Affairs

Program Objective

This two-year post-doctoral pharmaceutical industry fellowship is designed to provide the Doctor of Pharmacy graduate a profound and unique experience within a pharmaceutical corporation, PTC Therapeutics. The fellow will have exposure to various departments within PTC Therapeutics as well as research and teaching opportunities at St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. It is the goal of the program to provide the fellow with the skills and tools necessary for a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry.

The overall objective for the fellowship is to receive hands-on experience in Global Regulatory Affairs, with exposure to other functional areas during the program.

Fellowship Goals and Objectives

• Serve as the primary liaison between PTC, CROs, and Health Authorities worldwide (e.g., the US FDA)
• Provide strategic input and tactical support to expedite development, submissions, and regulatory approvals
• Participate in the development of global regulatory strategies supporting development, approval, and maintenance of drugs and biologics
• Participate in Health Authority (HA) interactions and assess impact of HA feedback
• Submit and maintain regulatory applications including INDs, CTAs, NDA/BLAs
• Work with matrix team members (R&D and Non-R&D) to identify solutions that meet regulatory requirements as well as commercial objectives
• Provide support to the life-cycle management activities

College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Component

The fellow may apply for an affiliate faculty appointment at St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Additionally, each fellow will have opportunities at the university to participate in activities to promote professional development including:

• Formal and informal educational opportunities
• Collaborative research projects with St. John's University faculty
• Development of continuing education courses
• A resident and fellow seminar series in collaboration with the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences 
• Graduate degree programs available at the university to further his or her educational development (Master's or PhD degrees)
• On-campus teaching opportunities within the Doctor of Pharmacy Program
• Individual research project(s)
• Opportunity to participate in a Teaching Certificate Program 

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the fellowship program, a certificate of completion will be awarded by St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and PTC Therapeutics.

Eligibility for Fellowship

Fellows are chosen from a nationally competitive selection process. To be eligible, candidates must graduate from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program and have a keen interest in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Stipend and Benefits

The fellow will be a full-time St. John’s University employee. A competitive stipend will be provided as well as options for comprehensive health and dental insurance. Travel to professional meetings, conventions, and other facilities of the company may be possible.