Post Doctoral Fellow

Howard University • Washington, DC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Howard University College of Pharmacy strives to be a premier University in teaching, learning, research, leadership and service locally and globally. We value diversity, integrity, professionalism, collaboration, cultural competence, and a commitment to excellence. The purpose of this post-doctoral fellow position is to provide unique professional training within the biopharmaceutical industry. Fellows will have the opportunity to gain pedagogical, administrative, business, and research developmental experiences through one-year or two-year fellowships at Howard University and sponsor companies. The fellow can gain multi-faceted training working on various projects within (a) academic (b) clinical administration (c) corporate, and/or (d) regulatory settings. In addition to professional development training at Howard University, fellows have opportunities to work alongside professionals at leading biopharmaceutical companies, FDA, and hospitals which prepares them to address real-world challenges to make an impactful difference in patients’ lives.

Requirements

• Possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree or PhD from an accredited College/University.
• Be licensed or eligible for licensure in the District of Columbia by start of the fellowship Depending on your function.
• Provide a compelling letter of intent, a complete academic transcript, a professional CV, and 3 letters of recommendations.

Nice To Haves

• Earn a PMP (Project Management) certificate
• Publish in their area of focus
• Develop/teach a continuing education or course in an area of their specialty.

Responsibilities

• Understand the roles and responsibilities of a Pharm.D./PhD in the departments the Fellow rotates through.
• Continues to expand his/her knowledge base of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the development, licensure, and marketing of drugs, biologics, and devices.
• Gain working knowledge of laws, regulations and policies enforced by the FDA as they relate to the advertising and promotion of pharmaceuticals and devices.
• Writes, coordinates, analyzes, and/or reviews comments on medical, regulatory, or legislative initiatives and guidance.
• Supports interactions on policy and advocacy issues, including building relationships with key decision-makers.
• Supports implementation of strategic and tactical plans to initiate medical/pharmaceutical/regulatory changes/evolution's.
• Project manages implementation of medical/regulatory policy strategies by developing workplans, coordinating stakeholder outreach, synthesizing input from SMEs, managing communications and liaising with contractors and vendors as needed.
• Analyzes the regulatory environment.
• Communicates specific regulatory trends, analysis, and intelligence to various internal functions.
• Provide scientific and clinical support for marketed products and products in development, and appropriately communicate to internal and external customers.
• Build therapeutic expertise and develop verbal and written communication skills necessary to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advise appropriate departments within the company of regulatory requirements.
• Review draft and final advertising/promotional materials, ensuring full regulatory compliance of all promotions for all assigned products, including the submission of promotional materials to the FDA.
• Performs other professional developmental activities as assigned by the Program Director

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health support
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Competitive salary
• 403(b) with company match
• Ongoing training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement paths
• Wellness programs
• Commuter benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level