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U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP)

Setting Standards, Saving Lives, Building Trust in Medicine Worldwide

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Founded 1820
Rockville, MD
Profile last updated: July 2026

About U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP)

HealthcareFounded 1820

U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) is a Most Loved Workplace®. Most Loved Workplaces® place love at center of business. U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) is a Small employer in the Not Declared sector. Explore U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) careers, culture, employee experience, and open roles.

Quick Facts

  • IndustryHealthcare
  • Founded1820
  • HeadquartersRockville, MD
  • Certifications2

What Sets Us Apart

Most Loved Workplace®

Recognized as a Most Loved Workplace, placing love and human connection at the center of business operations and culture.

Employee-Centric Culture

Dedicated to creating a supportive work environment where employee wellbeing, growth, and satisfaction are prioritized.

Mission-Driven Impact

Committed to advancing public health standards and pharmaceutical excellence with a purpose-driven workforce.

Our Culture

The lived experience at U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP)

Authentic Belonging

Employees bring their full, authentic selves to work in an environment that removes barriers to participation and celebrates diverse perspectives as essential to scientific integrity.

Rigorous Scientific Excellence

Every team member is immersed in a culture where scientific rigor, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement are not just values—they are daily practices that shape how work gets done.

Global Impact Mindset

Working across multiple continents, employees understand that their contributions strengthen medicine supply chains and protect patient safety for millions of people worldwide.

Collaborative Partnership

Teams work together with mutual respect, stakeholder responsiveness, and transparency, knowing that breakthrough standards come from diverse expertise working in concert.

Continuous Growth Culture

The organization actively invests in employee development and career advancement, creating pathways for people to deepen expertise and take on new challenges aligned with personal ambitions.

Integrity-First Decision Making

Ethical accountability and transparent communication are embedded in how decisions are made, projects are executed, and accountability is measured across the organization.

Our Culture DNA

The core values that drive U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP)

TrustScientific IntegrityPatient SafetyExcellenceInclusiveGlobal ImpactCollaborationRigorousTransparencyInnovationAccountabilityAuthenticQualityStakeholder-FocusedMission-Driven

Frequently Asked Questions about U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP)

Common questions about working at U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP), their culture, and benefits.

USP is an independent, scientific nonprofit organization that sets rigorous standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements manufactured and distributed worldwide. For over 200 years, we have worked to build trust in the supply of safe, quality medicines and strengthen global supply chains.

Yes. USP's drug standards are enforceable in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Additionally, USP standards are recognized and used in more than 140 countries worldwide, making them a global benchmark for pharmaceutical quality and safety.

USP offers diverse career opportunities across scientific, regulatory, technical, and administrative functions. We employ over 1,300 professionals globally, with positions available at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, and at offices in Frederick, Washington D.C., India, China, Ghana, and Switzerland. Visit usp.jobs to explore current openings.

USP is committed to employee growth and development. Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per calendar year for continuing education. We also provide access to professional development programs, scientific training, and career advancement opportunities.

USP offers comprehensive benefits through our Live Well Be Well program, including health coverage, fitness initiatives, mental health support, and employee assistance programs. We also provide SmartBenefits for commuters, bike-to-work reimbursements, and free onsite parking to support work-life balance.

USP is recognized as a Most Loved Workplace because we place love and care at the center of our business. We cultivate an inclusive culture where employees can bring their authentic selves, invest in professional growth, support well-being, and align work with meaningful public health missions. Our commitment to excellence extends to how we treat and develop our people.

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This profile is based on data from LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, and the company's public career page. All certifications are independently verified by Best Practice Institute.