Get Involved With PDA
Our Impact
At PDA, Connecting People, Science, and Regulation is more than a motto- it's our mission in action. Our community of over 10,000 professionals advances the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries through collaboration, innovation, and shared expertise.
Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned expert, PDA offers meaningful opportunities to connect, contribute, and lead. Join us in shaping the future of science and regulation as one.
You're Welcome Here: Collaborate - Innovate - Educate
Whether you're new to PDA or a long-time member, there’s a place for you to collaborate, innovate, and grow through networking and professional development. Explore the many ways you can get involved and make a meaningful impact.
Contribute and Create
Lend your expertise through writing, reviewing, or volunteering.
- Write an article for the PDA Letter or a paper for the PDA Journal (JPST)
- Participate and engage on event planning committees (Posted When Available)
- Apply to support the PDA Quality Champions partnership for University Students
- Apply to become a member of the JPST Editorial Review Board
- Apply to become a member of the PDA Letter Editorial Review Board (Posted When Available)
- Volunteer to become a PDA Journal peer reviewer based on your area of expertise
- Volunteer to work on a Technical Report, Points to Consider Document, or Consensus Standard
- Volunteer to become a peer reviewer for a Technical Report or Points to Consider Document
- Apply to become a PDA course instructor or creator based on your area of expertise
Participate and Engage
Attend events, share your voice, and grow your professional network.
- Come to a PDA Conference
- Attend PDA training courses and workshops
- Submit an abstract to be considered as a speaker or poster presenter (Posted When Available)
- Attend IG meetings (many are virtual)
- Attend local PDA Chapter events
Your Volunteer Progression
Grow your involvement with PDA from the ground up. All are welcome. PDA leaders come from within the organization based on activity level, contributions to PDA, and expertise. Here are examples of activities within each level:
Board Of Directors and Executive Committee
Long-term, experienced volunteers develop into leaders of the association
Advisory Board Chair or Vice-Chair
Chapter President
Member – Technical Advisory Board
Leader – Task Force, Interest Group, Committee
Volunteers progress with continued involvement and experience
Member – Task Force, Team, Committee
Chapter Officer
Long-term members and industry veterans may join more experienced volunteers where appropriate for their skill level
Writing and Reviewing Opportunities
Chapter Volunteer
Event speaker, panelist, or poster presenter
New volunteers, Students, and Early Career members start at the ground level