Outstanding early career award
The Purdue College of Pharmacy established the Outstanding Early Career Award to recognize alumni who have graduated within the last 10 years. Awardees show promise and innovation in their chosen business, profession, or field, along with demonstrated integrity. Awardees also demonstrate service or a continuing interest to the college through volunteering, teaching, philanthropy, or precepting.
Nominations are accepted throughout the year on a rolling basis.
2025 Outstanding Early Career Award Recipient

Haichen Nie (PhD 2016)
Associate Director, Teva Pharmaceuticals
Adjunct Associate Professor, Purdue University
“The education I received from Purdue College of Pharmacy instilled confidence in me and reinforced my belief that my work is both significant and meaningful for patients. With this mindset, I approach my work with enthusiasm, positively influencing my colleagues. I hope that in the near future, my research and development efforts will further push the boundaries of pharmaceutical sciences and benefit more patients worldwide, especially those in developing countries. Purdue College of Pharmacy undoubtedly leads the way and sets the standard in this endeavor.”
Read Haichen Nie’s Career Highlights.
Previous Awardees
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2024: Daniel Kerner
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2023: John Bomkamp
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2022: Nicholas Hagemeier
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2021: Lynn M. Thoma
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2020: Edward N. Battjes
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2019: Kirk Evoy