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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:

 EssentialPlusPremium
Standard Member$150$250$350
Academic, Early Career, and Emerging Economy$75$125 $245
Health Authority, RetiredFreeFree$175
StudentsFreeFreeFree
Membership DirectoryXXX
Vote in PDA elections and on proposed bylaws changesXXX
PDA Letter OnlineXXX
PDA ConnectXXX
PDA Volunteer OpportunitiesXXX
Members-Only DiscountsXXX
PDA Technical Publications Portal - view and annotate the full collection of TRs and PtCs online. XX
PDA Journal - Limited Access XX
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

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Standard Membership

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.

$150 USD/year
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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.

$250 USD/year
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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.

$350 USD/year
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Health Authority Membership

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.

$0 USD/year
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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.

$0 USD/year
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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.

$175 USD/year
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Early Career Professional Membership

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.

$75 USD/year
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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.

$125 USD/year
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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.

$245 USD/year
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Student Membership

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.

$0 USD/year
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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.

$0 USD/year
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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.

$0 USD/year
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Academic Membership

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.

$75 USD/year
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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.

$125 USD/year
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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.

$245 USD/year
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Emerging Economy Membership

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.

$75 USD/year
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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.

$125 USD/year
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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.

$245 USD/year
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Retired Membership

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.

$0 USD/year
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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.

$0 USD/year
Become a Member

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.

$175 USD/year
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Membership Benefits A To Z

  • Bookstore Discounts

    Members save substantially on Books, Technical Reports, Standards, Points to Consider, Surveys and more!

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  • Career Center

    PDA is dedicated to helping you make successful connections to build and enrich your career or company.

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  • Registration 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 Calendar
  • Consulting and Supplier Directory

    Look here for technical or regulatory consulting services to help your company reduce costs and improve your manufacturing capabilities.

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  • Membership Directory

    Alphabetical listing of PDA members by name, title, company affiliation, or location. Available to active members only.

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  • PDA Connect

    PDA's interactive online community. Join the conversation to explore topics of interest, network with colleagues, and ask questions.

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  • PDA Journal

    The PDA Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology is the primary source of peer-reviewed scientific and technical papers on bio/pharmaceutical manufacturing-related topics. Premium Tier members have unrestricted access to all available issues, while Plus Tier members receive access to the current and previous volume year.

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    Areas 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.
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  • PDA Letter

    PDA's membership magazine covers the science, technology, and regulation behind the manufacturing of sterile injectable pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products.

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  • Technical Document Library

    Current Plus and Premium Tier 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.

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  • Technical 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 Premium Tier PDA Members.  Premium members also have the option to download one additional technical resource from the PDA Bookstore for each year of membership.

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  • Volunteer 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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