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Connecting People, Science and Regulation® is PDA's global goal. By bringing together industry, regulatory, and academic professionals from around the world to share science, technology, regulations, and new ideas, PDA contributes to the advancement of the ever-important bio/pharmaceutical manufacturing field.
We invite you to become a PDA member today and join the ranks of industry professionals already enjoying access to critical technical information, top-notch opportunities to network with thought leaders and regulatory authorities alike, and the chance to shape the future of the industry by giving back. Become part of our extensive corps of volunteers and play a pivotal role in creating the industry events and technical resources of tomorrow.
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Member Types and Tiers
PDA welcomes members at all stages in their careers, from students just learning the industry, to seasoned professionals with years of experience behind them. To accommodate all who work in the industry, we offer several member types, each available in three flexible tiers. Choose the one that fits your role within the industry, budget, or stage in your career:
| Essential | Plus | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Member | $150 | $250 | $350 |
| Academic, Early Career, and Emerging Economy | $75 | $125 | $245 |
| Health Authority, Students, Retired | Free | Free | $175 |
| Membership Directory | X | X | X |
| Vote in PDA elections and on proposed bylaws changes | X | X | X |
| PDA Letter Online | X | X | X |
| PDA Connect | X | X | X |
| PDA Volunteer Opportunities | X | X | X |
| Members-Only Discounts | X | X | X |
| PDA Technical Publications Portal - view and annotate the full collection of TRs and PtCs online. | X | X | |
| PDA Journal - Limited Access | X | X | |
| Download new TRs/Surveys/PtC for free within 30 days | X | ||
| PDA Technical Reports - 1 free download of your choice from the existing TR/Survey/PtC library per year. | X | ||
| PDA Journal - Unlimited Access | X |
Standard Members are any individuals working in pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical manufacturing and related consulting, services, and supplier companies.
Essential Standard Tier
Essential Tier membership includes these exclusive benefits: PDA Member Directory, vote in PDA elections and on proposed bylaws changes, PDA Letter Online, PDA Connect(r), PDA Volunteer Opportunities, and Members-Only Discounts.
Plus Standard Tier
Plus Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential membership plus: access to the PDA Technical Publications Portal where you can view and annotate the full collection of PDA Technical Reports and Points to Consider, and the current and previous volume year of the PDA Journal.
Premium Standard Tier
Premium Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential and Plus membership plus: Download new TRs, Surveys, and PtCs for free within 30 days of publication, earn one free technical publication of your choice from the PDA bookstore per year, and unlimited access to the full archive of the PDA Journal.
Health Authority Members are employed full-time by a regulatory authority or body. This category of membership excludes government contractors and manufacturers wholly or partly owned by governments.
Essential Tier
Essential Tier membership includes these exclusive benefits: PDA Member Directory, vote in PDA elections and on proposed bylaws changes, PDA Letter Online, PDA Connect(r), PDA Volunteer Opportunities, and Members-Only Discounts.
Plus Tier
Plus Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential membership plus: access to the PDA Technical Publications Portal where you can view and annotate the full collection of PDA Technical Reports and Points to Consider, and the current and previous volume year of the PDA Journal.
Premium Tier
Premium Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential and Plus membership plus: Download new TRs, Surveys, and PtCs for free within 30 days of publication, earn one free technical publication of your choice from the PDA bookstore per year, and unlimited access to the full archive of the PDA Journal.
Early Career Professional Members are new to the workforce, with fewer than five years of professional experience. Applicants will be asked to provide one of the following to demonstrate eligibility: a current CV, resume, or social media account showing career history, or a letter from your corporate HR Department.
Essential Tier
Essential Tier membership includes these exclusive benefits: PDA Member Directory, vote in PDA elections and on proposed bylaws changes, PDA Letter Online, PDA Connect(r), PDA Volunteer Opportunities, and Members-Only Discounts.
Plus Tier
Plus Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential membership plus: access to the PDA Technical Publications Portal where you can view and annotate the full collection of PDA Technical Reports and Points to Consider, and the current and previous volume year of the PDA Journal.
Premium Tier
Premium Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential and Plus membership plus: Download new TRs, Surveys, and PtCs for free within 30 days of publication, earn one free technical publication of your choice from the PDA bookstore per year, and unlimited access to the full archive of the PDA Journal.
Student Members are currently enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university. This member type is not available to individuals also currently employed in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry. Please provide proof of full-time enrollment.
Essential Tier
Essential Tier membership includes these exclusive benefits: PDA Member Directory, vote in PDA elections and on proposed bylaws changes, PDA Letter Online, PDA Connect(r), PDA Volunteer Opportunities, and Members-Only Discounts.
Plus Tier
Plus Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential membership plus: access to the PDA Technical Publications Portal where you can view and annotate the full collection of PDA Technical Reports and Points to Consider, and the current and previous volume year of the PDA Journal.
Premium Tier
Premium Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential and Plus membership plus: Download new TRs, Surveys, and PtCs for free within 30 days of publication, earn one free technical publication of your choice from the PDA bookstore per year, and unlimited access to the full archive of the PDA Journal.
Academic Members are full-time faculty members at an accredited college or university. This member type is not available to individuals also currently employed in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry. Please provide proof of full-time employment in academia.
Essential Tier
Essential Tier membership includes these exclusive benefits: PDA Member Directory, vote in PDA elections and on proposed bylaws changes, PDA Letter Online, PDA Connect(r), PDA Volunteer Opportunities, and Members-Only Discounts.
Plus Tier
Plus Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential membership plus: access to the PDA Technical Publications Portal where you can view and annotate the full collection of PDA Technical Reports and Points to Consider, and the current and previous volume year of the PDA Journal.
Premium Tier
Premium Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential and Plus membership plus: Download new TRs, Surveys, and PtCs for free within 30 days of publication, earn one free technical publication of your choice from the PDA bookstore per year, and unlimited access to the full archive of the PDA Journal.
Emerging Economy Members reside in a country that is not recognized by the World Bank as a High-Income Economy. Refer to the list of qualifying countries to see if you are eligible for this membership type.
Essential Tier
Essential Tier membership includes these exclusive benefits: PDA Member Directory, vote in PDA elections and on proposed bylaws changes, PDA Letter Online, PDA Connect(r), PDA Volunteer Opportunities, and Members-Only Discounts.
Plus Tier
Plus Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential membership plus: access to the PDA Technical Publications Portal where you can view and annotate the full collection of PDA Technical Reports and Points to Consider, and the current and previous volume year of the PDA Journal.
Premium Tier
Premium Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential and Plus membership plus: Download new TRs, Surveys, and PtCs for free within 30 days of publication, earn one free technical publication of your choice from the PDA bookstore per year, and unlimited access to the full archive of the PDA Journal.
Retired Members have fully retired from any role in the industry.
Essential Tier
Essential Tier membership includes these exclusive benefits: PDA Member Directory, vote in PDA elections and on proposed bylaws changes, PDA Letter Online, PDA Connect(r), PDA Volunteer Opportunities, and Members-Only Discounts.
Plus Tier
Plus Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential membership plus: access to the PDA Technical Publications Portal where you can view and annotate the full collection of PDA Technical Reports and Points to Consider, and the current and previous volume year of the PDA Journal.
Premium Tier
Premium Tier membership includes all the benefits of Essential and Plus membership plus: Download new TRs, Surveys, and PtCs for free within 30 days of publication, earn one free technical publication of your choice from the PDA bookstore per year, and unlimited access to the full archive of the PDA Journal.
Membership Benefits A To Z
Bookstore Discounts
Members save substantially on Books, Technical Reports, Standards, Points to Consider, Surveys and more!
Browse the BookstoreCareer Center
PDA is dedicated to helping you make successful connections to build and enrich your career or company.
Look for JobsRegistration Discounts
Save big on PDA’s global conferences/workshops on trending topics and on hands-on training courses that provide practical skills and implementable solutions.
Event CalendarConsulting and Supplier Directory
Look here for technical or regulatory consulting services to help your company reduce costs and improve your manufacturing capabilities.
Browse DirectoriesMembership Directory
Alphabetical listing of PDA members by name, title, company affiliation, or location. Available to active members only.
Browse DirectoriesPDA Connect
PDA's interactive online community. Join the conversation to explore topics of interest, network with colleagues, and ask questions.
Get OnlinePDA Journal
All members receive access to the current and previous volume year of PDA JPST, the primary source of peer-reviewed scientific and technical papers on bio/pharmaceutical manufacturing-related topics.
Read MoreRead the JournalAreas covered include sterile product production, aseptic processing, pharmaceutical microbiology, quality, packaging science, and other topics relevant to PDA members. PDA JPST is an internationally recognized source that receives over a quarter of a million visitors annually. All members receive access to the current and previous volume year of JPST; one-year unlimited access subscriptions are also available for purchase on the PDA Bookstore.PDA Letter
PDA's membership magazine covers the science, technology, and regulation behind the manufacturing of sterile injectable pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products.
Read MoreTechnical Document Library
Current members enjoy free view-only on-demand access to PDA’s current library of Technical Reports, Points to Consider, and Surveys. Downloadable PDFs can be purchased from the PDA Bookstore.
Visit the PortalTechnical Reports Free Downloads
These highly valued, peer-reviewed global consensus documents covering challenging technical areas can be downloaded for free within 30 days of publication by PDA Standard Members in the Premium Tier.
Browse the BookstoreVolunteer Opportunities
Members drive the content of PDA. From conference planning to technical report writing and peer review, there are opportunities for every interest, ability, and career level.
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