Will Hartwig
About Will Hartwig
Will Hartwig is a Legislative Associate at the American Chemical Society, where he has worked since 2019. He has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Colorado Boulder and has held various roles in science policy and grassroots engagement.
Work at American Chemical Society
Will Hartwig has been serving as a Legislative Associate at the American Chemical Society (ACS) since 2019. In this role, he develops communication strategies and training for grassroots engagement among ACS members. He leads groups during legislative fly-ins, coordinating efforts to engage with policymakers. Hartwig acts as a liaison to the Congressional Chemistry Caucus, where he organizes and plans briefing events for the Caucus to cohost. His work involves drafting public comments and letters of endorsement for ACS, contributing to the organization's advocacy efforts.
Education and Expertise
Will Hartwig holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from the University of Colorado Boulder, where he studied from 2008 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and Biochemistry from the same institution, studying from 2004 to 2007. Additionally, he attended Stanford University for one year in 2007 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in science policy and legislative advocacy.
Background
Will Hartwig's professional background includes significant experience in research and policy. He worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Colorado from 2008 to 2015. Prior to his current role at ACS, he served as an ACS/AAAS Congressional Science and Technology Policy Fellow from 2017 to 2018 and as a Science Policy Fellow from 2018 to 2019, both in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. His early career included internships at Array BioPharma in 2006 and 2007, where he gained experience in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Will Hartwig has contributed to various initiatives within the American Chemical Society. He has been involved in drafting public comments and letters of endorsement, which support ACS's advocacy efforts. His leadership during legislative fly-ins and coordination with the Congressional Chemistry Caucus highlights his commitment to engaging policymakers and advancing the interests of the chemistry community.