ABBVIE Saudi Arabia sponsored the recently held 5th KAAU Pharmacy Career Day. AbbVie contributed to the event by delivering a presentation about working in the global biopharmaceuticals sector and the potential career and development opportunities awaiting future pharmacology graduates. “We are deeply committed to offering advanced on-the-job training and career opportunities for young Saudi pharmacists,” said Rami Fayed, General Manager of AbbVie in Saudi Arabia. “There is high demand for them to join the pharmaceutical private sector and the KAAU Pharmacy Career Day provided a good platform for us to meet and interview candidates.” He added: “In 2014, AbbVie Saudi Arabia was ranked fourth as a Great Place To Work across all sectors in Saudi Arabia. This is due to the corporate culture which provides the right environment that enables employees to give their best performance, while offering an opportunity for all to share their creativity and innovation. Our employees are proud of their role and their contribution in making a remarkable impact on people's lives.” Professor Zaini Banjar, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, said: “AbbVie is one of the world's leading biopharmaceutical companies dedicated to developing treatments and cures for the most serious diseases. We are proud to have them as sponsors of our Pharmacy Career Day and highly appreciate their participation in the workshops, which enabled our students to share AbbVie's renowned experience and expertise.” AbbVie has been present in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for around 55 years operating under Abbott Laboratories until it separated in 2013. AbbVie's long-term growth is fueled by a compelling pipeline with compounds in late stage clinical trials, as well as new discoveries to address diseases including various forms of cancer and Parkinson's disease. AbbVie's portfolio includes the world's number one biologic, as well as other leading therapies in Neonatology, Anesthesia, Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Neurology, Virology, Oncology and Nephrology. Worldwide, AbbVie employs approximately 26,000 people and markets medicines in more than 170 countries. — SG
