The RAPS Fellows program recognizes senior regulatory professionals, with a minimum of 15 years of regulatory experience, for their continued significant contributions and leadership in the advancement of the profession. Fellows receive a dignified status and special services from RAPS. Fellows are important resources for strategic dialogue, mentoring, implementation of special initiatives and international development.

Fellows represent all segments of RAPS membership, including industry, government, academia, research and clinical organizations, as well as all regulated products.

RAPS Fellows receive multiple benefits, including:

• Recognition and distinction as a leader in the profession
• Exclusive networking opportunities with senior-level regulatory professionals
• A special Fellow ribbon and/or lapel pin to be worn at RAPS and other regulatory related functions
• A special induction ceremony at the RAPS Annual Conference & Exhibition
• Recognition in Regulatory Focus magazine and other RAPS member communications

As elite regulatory leaders, RAPS Fellows share the following responsibilities:

• Represent the profession as leaders at regulatory programs
• Participation in forums covering key issues and trends facing the profession
• Continued service and leadership within the regulatory profession and RAPS
• Assistance with developing future RAPS leadership
• Act as a mentor to up-and-coming new/junior regulatory professionals by providing guidance and advice

What it takes to become a RAPS Fellow

Successful candidates for RAPS Fellows are expected to have a minimum of 15 years of regulatory experience and Level IV experience as outlined in the Regulatory Affairs Professional Development Framework. Candidates will be selected based on their knowledge and demonstrated leadership for critical regulatory issues, management experience and contribution to the regulatory profession.