Your career in life sciences starts with more than a degree.
The DIA India Young Leaders Program (YLP) 2026 is designed for students, recent graduates, research scholars, and early-career professionals ready to explore the many possibilities of a career in life sciences.
Spend an afternoon learning directly from experienced leaders, discovering career pathways across the healthcare ecosystem, building future-ready skills, and connecting with peers and mentors who can help shape your next step.
Why Attend?
Explore Career Possibilities
Discover diverse career opportunities across the life sciences and healthcare ecosystem — beyond the traditional paths.
Build Future-Ready Skills
Understand the capabilities employers will increasingly value, from AI and digital health to critical thinking, communication, leadership, ethics, and continuous learning.
Learn From Industry Leaders
Hear real-world perspectives from professionals working across regulatory affairs, quality, manufacturing, pharmacovigilance, clinical development, medical affairs, data science, AI, biotechnology, and more.
Connect, Network & Find Mentors
Engage directly with experienced professionals and fellow young leaders through networking, mentoring, and interactive sessions.
| Time | Session |
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| 2:00 – 2:10 PM | Welcome & Opening Remarks: Introduction to DIA Young Leaders Program |
| 2:10 – 2:25 PM |
Opening Keynote: Building a Purpose-Driven Career in Life Sciences Gurpreet Singh, Chief Business Officer, Pharmacovigilance & Clinical, Pivot Path |
| 2:25 – 3:15 PM |
Leadership Panel Discussion (followed by audience Q&A):
Beyond the Classroom: Navigating Careers in the Life Sciences Industry Kamal Shahani, Founder & Managing Director - Cliniminds & CRQA Panelist:
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| 3:15 – 3:30 PM | Networking & Refreshment Break |
| 3:30 – 3:50 PM |
Future Skills Masterclass: What Employers Look for in 2030 AI & Digital Health, Critical Thinking, Communication, Leadership, Ethics, and Continuous Learning Forum R. Gandhi, PhD, Quality Compliance Manager, Shreenath Chemicals. Visiting Faculty - Bombay College of Pharmacy. Treasurer - Industrial Pharmacy Section (IPS) of FIP |
| 3:50 – 4:10 PM |
Chai Pe Charcha & Ask-Me-Anything (AMA): Lessons I Wish I Knew at the Start of My Career An interactive conversation with senior industry leaders followed by audience Q&A Pratima Jain, Learning Experience Designer, Project Lead, TCS Anant Patil, MBBS, MD, Professor, Pharmacology. DY Patil School of Medicine, Navi Mumbai |
| 4:10 – 4:25 PM |
Resume & LinkedIn Profile Tips Practical tips to strengthen your professional profile and enhance career readiness. Shweta Raizada, Founder & Principal Consultant, Career Ladder |
| 4:25 – 5:15 PM |
Mentor Connect & Networking Interactive mentors connect, reflections, networking and closing remarks Facilitator: Mohit Mehra, SVP – Business Strategy, SIPEdTech Mentors & Industry Leaders:
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| 5:15 – 5:30 PM |
Engage, Connect & Contribute: DIA Opportunities & Vote of Thanks Student Membership | Communities & Student Chapters | Volunteer Opportunities | Vote of Thanks |
More Than a Conference Session
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Career Guidance & Mentoring
Get perspectives from experienced professionals as you think about your next career move.
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CV/Resume Review Corner
Get practical input to help strengthen how you present your academic and professional experience.
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LinkedIn Profile Tips
Learn how to build a stronger professional presence online.
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Networking With Industry Leaders
Make meaningful connections with professionals across the life sciences ecosystem.
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DIA Membership & Volunteer Information Desk
Discover ways to stay connected and engage with the DIA community.
Who Should Attend?
Students & Research Scholars
MPharm, PhD, MBBS, BDS, MD, BTech/MTech and other life sciences students.
Recent Graduates
Those seeking career opportunities and within 12 months of their last examination.
Young Professionals
Early-career professionals with up to 12 months of experience.
What You’ll Take Away
Discover
Understand the breadth of career opportunities across the life sciences sector.
Prepare
Gain practical insights into the skills and competencies needed for future success.
Connect
Interact directly with industry leaders and mentors.
Grow
Build professional networks and explore opportunities to engage with the DIA community.
Meet the Leaders Shaping the Conversation
The program brings together perspectives from industry, academia, research, and emerging professionals. Suggested faculty include senior leaders from pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies, regulatory representatives, academics and researchers, AI and digital health experts, and young professionals sharing their career journeys.
Forum Gandhi
Quality Compliance Manager, Shreenath Chemicals; Visiting Faculty, Bombay College of Pharmacy; Treasurer, Industrial Pharmacy Section (IPS), FIP
Anant Patil
Professor, Pharmacology, DY Patil School of Medicine, Navi Mumbai
Kamal Shahani
Founder & Managing Director, Cliniminds & CRQA
Mohit Mehra
SVP-Business Strategy at SIPEdTech
Eligibility & Registration
- Eligibility & Declaration: Upload required eligibility proof as a single file and complete the mandatory self-declaration.
- DIA Review & Approval: Registration is subject to review and approval by DIA; false or misleading information may result in cancellation without refund.
- Main Scientific Program: YLP registrants may attend before/after YLP sessions, subject to applicable registration terms, but not during YLP hours.
Registration Fees:
YLP-Standard (YLP with Day 1 of IAM access*) – Rs 2999 + Taxes
YLP-Premium (YLP with both Days of IAM access*) – Rs 4999 + taxes
Click Here to Register nowRegistration is subject to approval by DIA for confirmation.
