Northeastern University Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships Program 2026 , USA
The Northeastern University Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships Program, offered through the Bouvé College of Health Sciences, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, is a prestigious two-year postdoctoral experiential training program designed for PharmD and PhD graduates seeking careers in the global biopharmaceutical industry. The program uniquely combines hands-on industry experience with academic engagement, professional development, teaching, and research in collaboration with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
Northeastern University is a leading private research university located in Boston, Massachusetts, best known for its innovative cooperative education (co-op) program that integrates academic study with paid professional work experience. Founded in 1898, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in fields such as engineering, computer science, business, health sciences, and social sciences. With a strong focus on experiential learning, global campuses, and industry partnerships, Northeastern prepares students for successful careers by combining rigorous academics with real-world application.
Degree Level
- Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Available Subjects
The fellowship supports training across a wide range of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical disciplines, including:
- Clinical Science
- Global and US Medical Affairs
- Global Medical Information
- Global Patient Safety and Risk Management
- Global and US Regulatory Affairs
- Global Scientific Communications
- US Market Access
- US Marketing
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Regulatory Affairs
- Public Health
- Business and Healthcare Management
Benefits
The Northeastern University Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships Program offers extensive professional and academic benefits, including:
- Two years of paid, full-time industry experience
- Placement with top biopharmaceutical companies such as Alnylam, GSK, Takeda, Vertex, Abbott, Sarepta, Ipsen, and many others
- Opportunities to pursue graduate degrees or certificates (e.g., Regulatory Affairs, Business, Public Health) through tuition reimbursement
- Active participation in research, publications, and conference presentations
- Teaching opportunities with Northeastern University pharmacy students
- Teaching Certificate of Achievement
- Professional networking in the Boston biotechnology and pharmaceutical hub
- Strong career placement outcomes as industry-ready pharmaceutical professionals
Eligible Nationalities
Open to all nationalities
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the fellowship
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for the Northeastern University Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships Program:
- Hold or expect to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy, or a PhD, by June 30 (next year)
- Demonstrate strong academic performance and interest in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
- Be selected through a nationally competitive application process
- Commit to the full two-year fellowship duration
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis
- Fellowship selection is conducted in collaboration with the Alliance of Industry Fellowship Associates (AIFA)
Application Procedure
The application process for the Northeastern University Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships Program includes the following steps:
- Review fellowship focus areas and partner organizations
- Prepare application materials according to the official Application Guide and Timeline
- Submit the application through the online application portal
- Participate in interviews conducted jointly by Northeastern University and industry partners
- Receive fellowship placement offers
- Application Portal Opens: September 15 (annually)
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is strongly encouraged.
Fellowship Duration
- 2 years (full-time)
Host Institution
Northeastern University
Bouvé College of Health Sciences
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Industry Partners
The program collaborates with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including:
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
- Abbott Diabetes Care
- GSK
- Takeda
- Vertex
- Sarepta Therapeutics
- Ipsen
- CSL Seqirus
- Pacira Biosciences
- Praxis Precision Medicines
- Zevra Therapeutics
- Blueprint Medicines
- Arvinas
- BridgeBio / Eidos Therapeutics
- Chiesi Global Rare Diseases
- And many more
