Zachary E. Hurwitz

Zachary E. Hurwitz has a diverse work experience in medical writing and research spanning over 15 years. Most recently, they serve as the Director and Head of Medical Writing at Dyne Therapeutics since 2022. Prior to that, they held the position of Head of Medical Writing at Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. from February 2022 to August 2022.

From 2017 to 2021, Zachary worked at Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.), where they started as a Medical Writer, then became a Senior Medical Writer, and eventually a Manager of Medical Writing. In these roles, they contributed to therapeutic project teams, authored regulatory submission documents, and ensured consistent messaging and quality standards.

Before that, Zachary gained experience in medical writing at PPD, where they worked as an Associate Medical Writer and then a Medical Writer. Zachary E. contributed to the development of clinical trial protocols and reports, adhering to regulatory guidelines and collaborating with internal and external experts.

Zachary E. also worked as a Medical Writer at Oxford PharmaGenesis for a brief period in 2015, developing various materials for pharmaceutical clients and ensuring project management.

Prior to their medical writing roles, Zachary worked as a Clinical Research Specialist and Medical Writer at Technical Resources International, Inc., where they managed regulatory documents and supported project management.

Furthermore, they have research experience as a Guest Researcher at The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), evaluating therapeutics for drug abuse, and as a Graduate Research Assistant at American University, conducting independent and collaborative research projects.

During their tenure at American University, Zachary also served as an Adjunct Faculty member, developing course materials, providing student support, and maintaining a database of student records.

Overall, Zachary E. Hurwitz has a solid background in medical writing, project management, and research across various organizations, showcasing their expertise in the field.

Zachary E. Hurwitz has a strong educational background in psychology and behavioral neuroscience. Zachary E. started their academic journey at American University in 2004, where they pursued a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Psychology. After completing their undergraduate studies in 2008, Zachary continued their education at American University and obtained a Master of Arts degree in Experimental-Biological Psychology by 2010. Showing a dedication to furthering their knowledge in the field, they then pursued a PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience from American University, completing their doctoral studies in 2013.