Clinical Monograph Writer

About the role

Instinct Science is looking for a board-certified Emergency and Critical Care specialist to join our Standards of Care team as a full-time writer. In this unique role, you'll produce high-impact, in-depth clinical monographs (10,000–15,000 words each) that guide day-to-day decision-making in veterinary practice. You’ll be working side by side with other specialists and general practitioners who share your obsession with quality, clarity, and evidence-driven medicine.

Why Consider This Role?

• You’ll make a meaningful mark: This is a chance to co-create the most comprehensive, trusted clinical decision tool in veterinary medicine
• You’ll work with exceptional people: Our team includes some of the most intelligent minds and compassionate hearts in the profession
• You’ll improve as a clinician and a writer: Writing this deeply, this consistently, will sharpen every skill you have—and we’ll support you every step of the way

What You'll Do

• Research, write, and revise 5-6 high-quality clinical monographs per month (targeting 60+ over the term)
• Collaborate closely with our team of veterinarians, editors, and reviewers to refine and elevate each piece
• Respond to detailed peer reviewer feedback and editorial input with professionalism and precision
• Work with our content team to shape the future of Standards of Care and raise the bar for clinical writing in veterinary medicine

Who You Are

Must Haves:

• DVM, VMD, or equivalent, plus diplomate status from the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC)
• 5+ years of clinical experience, with a preference for both specialty and general practice experience
• Proven experience in medical content development and review
• Strong understanding of peer-reviewed publishing and content production processes
• Proficiency with medical content management systems and digital tools

Preferred:

• Prior publishing or teaching experience

How Instinct Will Care About YOU

• We offer a supportive and caring work environment
• We are transparent, open, honest, and empathic, both internally and externally
• We pay our team well
• We offer medical, dental and vision benefits and 401K with match
• We give our team owner-like flexibility over work and time-off, including time to innovate and Flow State Fridays
• We offer a generous stipend that can be used for almost anything to allow you to bring your best self to work
• We provide all-expense-paid time throughout the year together, including at our annual retreat

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $165,000 - $185,000. Actual compensation will be determined through a variety of factors including the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.