2026 Annual Meeting Events for Students, Trainees & Early-stage Professionals

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Student, Trainee & Early-stage Professional (STEP) membership and participation in ACCP’s Annual Meeting are strongly encouraged and are beneficial on several levels:

• Mentoring and expert career guidance

• Student, Trainee & Early-stage Professional-specific events at the Annual Meeting

• ACCP Student Abstract Awards Program

• Substantially-discounted registration fees for educational programs

Saturday, September 26^th

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT
Pre-Meeting Workshop
Cardiac Safety in Drug Development: Navigating Risk from Preclinical to Labeling
This Workshop will be valuable for individuals involved in or interested in cardiac safety assessment across the drug development continuum. It is designed for students, trainees and full-time professionals (MD, PharmD, PhD) at all stages of their careers who are engaged in early-phase and clinical drug development. Target participants include clinical pharmacologists, pharmacometricians, primary investigators, early-phase clinical scientists, clinical study leaders and other healthcare professionals working in drug development. The Workshop is also relevant for physicians, pharmacists and scientists from academia, industry and regulatory agencies seeking a deeper understanding of cardiac risk evaluation and mitigation strategies. Attendees should have a foundational understanding of clinical pharmacology and drug development processes. No specialized training in cardiac electrophysiology is required, but familiarity with early-phase clinical trials or safety data interpretation will enhance the learning experience. There is an additional fee to attend this Workshop.There is an additional fee to attend this Workshop.

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT
Clinical Pharmacology Curriculum Review Course
The Clinical Pharmacology Curriculum Review Course is held on a biennial basis and is sponsored jointly by the American Board of Clinical Pharmacology (ABCP) and the American College of Clinical Pharmacology (ACCP). The Course is designed to review topics of broad interest to clinical pharmacologists. It will combine presentation of exciting new concepts in clinical pharmacology with a review of topics associated with core concepts in clinical pharmacology. The Course is appropriate for individuals interested in reviewing the discipline or desiring an update in key areas. In addition, the Course is intended as a clinically-focused course that is complementary to the NIH Principles of Clinical Pharmacology Course. The Course format will be didactic sessions, focusing on core knowledge areas in clinical pharmacology and include clinical management case discussion to enhance problem-solving skills in a format commonly used in board examinations. There is an additional fee to attend this Workshop.

7:00 – 10:00 PM EDT
PharmaFete
Join us Saturday evening for the PharmaFete to celebrate the start of the meeting and enjoy the chance to socialize, connect with friends and meet ACCP Members and Annual Meeting Attendees with whom you will share experiences over the next three days.

Sunday, September 27^th

7:00 – 7:45 AM EDT
STEP & ESP Morning Gathering
"Coffee, Connections & ACCP" will provide an opportunity to connect with ACCP Leadership and Annual Meeting Ambassadors. Attendees can learn how to make the most of their experience at the ACCP Annual Meeting, discover ways to get involved with committees that support ACCP's programs and goals or explore volunteer opportunities for getting involved in STEP & ESP events.

1:30 – 3:00 PM EDT
Panel Discussion on Career Guidance
"Cultivating a Unique Personal Brand"
In today's competitive job market, developing a strong personal brand is essential when pursuing job opportunities. This Panel Discussion will explore the importance of effectively telling your unique story and highlighting your skills and strengths. Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, panelists will provide insights on crafting a compelling professional introduction, delivering an impactful professional skills message and confidently presenting your personal brand.

3:00 – 5:00 PM EDT
STEP & ESP Networking Event
The Networking Event starts with a fun ice breaker and moves on to roundtable discussions in small groups with senior ACCP Leaders. In August, Attendees will be asked to sign up for topics of interest to optimize their experience.

• Come prepared with questions important to your career;

• Hear about career options available to clinical pharmacology professionals;

• Understand how decisions affect your career path and how to navigate unexpected opportunities;

• Continue to develop your network with experienced professionals;

• Learn how ACCP can help you build your career in clinical pharmacology.

Stay around for the group picture at the end of the Networking Event.

Monday, September 28^th
7:00 – 7:45 AM EDT
STEP & ESP Morning Gathering
"Maximizing Mentorship" provides an informal Q&A with ACCP Mentors to better understand the benefits of mentoring, the roles that mentors play in career development and how to make the most of the mentorship experience. Attendees will have the chance to learn how to leverage mentorship to support their professional growth.

Tuesday, September 29^th
7:00 – 7:45 AM EDT
STEP & ESP Morning Gathering
"How to Position Yourself" will allow Attendees to explore ways to highlight their unique skills and strengths to stand out by seeking guidance from representatives in industry, academia, regulatory and clinical settings on positioning themselves for success.

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