Research

  • 9/11 Pfizer R&D Prof. Dev. Program Session

    Learn about Pfizer's Parenteral R&D Professional Development Program

    Wednesday, 11 September, 12PM | Location: Augustus Storrs Hall Room WW01

    Pfizer representatives will be at UConn interviewing candidates for the coming year and would like to share information with interested students.

     PDP Role Description

    Each year a select number of accomplished researchers with graduate degrees are recruited from top universities for the Pfizer Parenteral R&D Professional Development Program (PDP). The PDP is an intensive, two-year rotational program that provides recent graduates with the opportunity to experience each stage of the product development life cycle. The program is designed to accelerate participants’ personal and professional growth through hands-on experience as part of cross-functional teams, dedicated mentorship from senior leaders, and challenging assignments critical to deliver essential medicines for global health. This experience prepares PDP scientists for diverse career options at the end of the program as the next generation of leaders for Pfizer. For more information visit https://pdp.pfizercareers.com

     Qualifications

    · Ph.D. in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biomedical/chemical engineering, or an equivalent discipline

    · Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated leadership ability

    · Relevant research, work experiences, or internships

    · Passion for learning and pursuing a career in the health care industry

    · Academic achievement as demonstrated by research publications, presentations, or equivalent

    · Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

     Come and learn about the program and plan how you can be a competitive future candidate!

    For more information, contact: Kay Gruder at Kay.gruder@uconn.edu