Where there is a health care challenge, PPD is there.

We are vital links. Between a pharmaceutical and biotechnological innovation and a drug delivered. Between an idea for a cure and a population that needs it. We are the people of PPD—approximately 23,000 employees in 46 countries, connected by tenacity and passion for our purpose: to improve health. 

PPD is a leading global contract research organization providing comprehensive, integrated drug development, laboratory and lifecycle management services. Our clients and partners include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government organizations. 

It starts as an idea for a cure. It becomes a life saved. In between it’s the game changers of PPD.

We bring creativity, innovation and fresh insights to what we do each day. We collaborate to find solutions that help our clients deliver life-changing therapies. These principles guide us and, ultimately, define us: 

On Forbes 2019 Lists of America's Best Large Employers and Best Employers for Diversity

At PPD we empower each other to do our best work in an environment of mutual respect, where we feel safe and encouraged to be our authentic selves. We recognize our diverse backgrounds, experiences and abilities make us stronger. Our culture of connectedness enables all individuals to contribute fully. Our environment of inclusion fuels innovation as we challenge ourselves to engage in courageous dialogue that broadens our perspectives.

On Training Magazine’s Training Top 125

At PPD, we are empowered to own our careers and reach our full potential through our all-in investment in global learning and development. Our holistic approach to training incorporates job-specific modules and programs in personal career growth and manager development.