What Is the Program
- These fellowships are post‑Doctor of Pharmacy (Post‑PharmD), two‑year programs through St. John’s University, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. St. John’s University
- They partner with major pharmaceutical companies. In 2026, the partners include:
- American Regent, Inc. — Medical Affairs St. John’s University
- Pfizer Inc. — Global Market Access and Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) St. John’s University
- Allergan Aesthetics (an AbbVie company) — Clinical Development St. John’s University
- PTC Therapeutics — Global Regulatory Affairs St. John’s University
- Also, there is a partner Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. for Global Medical Affairs. St. John’s University
- Fellowship involves both working with the partner company (industry side) and research/teaching opportunities at St. John’s University. St. John’s University
What You Get / Benefits
- Full‑time fellowship: fellows are employees of St. John’s University during the fellowship period. This implies a stipend (salary), and benefits (health/dental insurance). St. John’s University+1
- Teaching and research opportunities as part of the fellowship (i.e. beyond just industry tasks). St. John’s University
- Exposure to cross‑functional areas depending on the partner type: Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Clinical Development, etc. This gives you broader experience in pharma beyond one specialization. St. John’s University+1
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have a Pharm.D. degree from an ACPE‑accredited program before the fellowship begins.
- Strong interest in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry. St. John’s University+1
- Most likely US citizen / work eligibility, since some of the positions require being eligible to work in the US. (E.g. the Allergan Aesthetics fellowship brochure mentions “Eligible to work in the United States.”) St. John’s University
Deadlines & Application Process for 2026
Here are the key dates and steps:
| Stage | What | When |
|---|---|---|
| Application Opens | Fellowship application portal opens | October 1, 2025 St. John’s University+1 |
| CV & Letter of Intent Deadline | Submit CV + Letter(s) of Intent (for each program if applying to multiple) | October 22, 2025 St. John’s University+1 |
| Transcript & Recommendations Deadline | Submit official college transcript & 3 letters of recommendation | October 29, 2025 St. John’s University+1 |
| First‑offer date | AIFA‑aligned first‑offer date: date by which offers are made, and candidates notified | December 12, 2025 St. John’s University+1 |
- Interviews: Applications are reviewed and initial interviews held virtually starting in October. In‑person options may be available during the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting (if candidate / partner are present). St. John’s University
What to Check / Important Notes
- Work Authorization: If you are not US‑based or not already authorized to work in the US, check whether the position allows international fellows, or what visa / work authorization is needed. Some programs say you need to be eligible to work in USA. St. John’s University
- Fully Funded: The Fellowships are “industry fellowships,” with a stipend and benefits. Whether “fully funded” as in “no personal expense” will depend on what “competitive stipend” means (salary vs taxes, cost of living, relocation, health insurance etc.) — check the stipend amount and what benefits are covered.
- Competition: These are nationally competitive for applicants with a Pharm.D., so expect a strong academic record, possibly research / rotations / industry experience.
- Multiple Applications: You may apply to more than one of the programs (with a separate Letter of Intent each), but be sure to tailor your LOI for each. St. John’s University
- Timeline Consideration: The first‑offer date is “AIFA‑aligned” so you’ll need to make decisions by December 12, 2025. If you’re in a country/timezone where transcripts or reference letters take longer, plan ahead.
