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The regulatory function is vital in making safe and effective healthcare products available worldwide. Individuals who ensure regulatory compliance and prepare submissions, as well as those whose main job function is clinical affairs or quality assurance are all considered regulatory professionals.
Share your knowledge and expertise with your regulatory peers by submitting an in-depth, evidence-based article focusing on key areas and emerging issues in the global regulatory landscape.
One of our most valuable contributions to the profession is the Regulatory Code of Ethics. The Code of Ethics provides regulatory professionals with core values that hold them to the highest standards of professional conduct.
Your membership opens the door to free learning resources on demand. Check out the Member Knowledge Center for free webcasts, publications and online courses.
Like all professions, regulatory is based on a shared set of competencies. The Regulatory Competency Framework describes the essential elements of what is required of regulatory professionals at four major career and professional levels.
Registration is now open for RAPS Convergence 2021! Gather with the regulatory community 12-15 September for four days of learning, engagement, and excitement.
Keep the sparks coming! Delegates of the conference have access to on-demand content until the end of October 2021.
This updated edition is a great reference for anyone working in multinational product development and marketing.
Regipedia is an interactive resource created to benefit RAPS members with 24/7 access to more than 2,300 regulatory terms.
Hear from leaders around the globe as they share insights about their experiences and lessons learned throughout their certification journey.
Board of Directors Nomination Process
RAPS is seeking qualified individuals to serve on the RAPS Board of Directors for the 2022-2024 term. This is an opportunity to lead the premier global organization for regulatory professionals and to help shape the future of the regulatory profession. The Board is the strategic governing and policy body of RAPS. Members of the Board are instrumental in identifying opportunities to advance the profession as well as continually improve and expand association programs and services that support the profession worldwide.
This opportunity is open to all voting members in good standing. Associate and student members are not eligible to apply. Qualified candidates for the openings will be considered alongside two existing board members who are eligible for a second term.
Board Position Openings
For additional information, please visit Board of Directors Position Descriptions and Duties.
Timeline for Nomination Process
The general process and timeline for the 2021 nomination process are:
How to Submit a Nomination
Potential nominees must be full members in good standing. Self-nominations are encouraged. Nominees must complete and submit the following materials by 26 March 2021:
Criteria Used for the Selection of Board of Directors Candidates
In reviewing candidates, the RAPS nominations committee will consider:
* Additional eligible candidates may be submitted by active voting members by submitting nomination materials plus written support of one hundred (100) active and life RAPS members in good standing within thirty (30) days after the nominations committee presents its slate of candidates to membership. If additional qualified nominees are submitted, then electronic voting will be conducted.