Clinical Research Fellow | Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eye care institution in London seeks a motivated individual for a clinical research role focusing on innovative trials and data management. The candidate will work with an experienced team and gain exposure to advanced assessments and imaging studies. Benefits include NHS Pension Scheme and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement

NHS Pension Scheme

Free 24/7 counselling service

Learning and development opportunities

Free Pilates classes

Qualifications

• Must work effectively as part of a team.
• Should possess good organizational skills.
• Experience in clinical data management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and collate clinical data.
• Recruit patients for clinical trials.
• Present research findings at meetings.

Skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

The post will suit a person wishing to develop a career in clinical research, as they will attain cutting-edge experience in running clinical translational research. The successful candidate will be bright, independent, highly motivated, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

The post-holder will be based in the Clinical Research Facility at Moorfields Eye Hospital and UCL Institute of Ophthalmology. They will acquire expertise in psychophysical assessments such as microperimetry and detailed colour vision assessments, as well as imaging studies including fundus photography, autofluorescence imaging, and high-resolution optical coherence tomography. They will also work on stem cell and robotic translational studies.

The post-holder will be expected to:

1. Collect clinical data (including history, examination findings, investigations) and collate in a custom-designed database.
2. Work collaboratively with other research team members and clinicians.
3. Recruit and coordinate patients for clinical trials.
4. Organise, maintain, and analyse project data.
5. Perform data analysis to understand genotype-phenotype correlations.
6. Manage clinical data and liaise with the lead investigator.
7. Participate in ongoing research projects.
8. Achieve goals set in consultation with their line manager.
9. Present research findings at national and international meetings.
10. Prepare research results for publication.
11. Undertake additional duties as requested by their line manager.
12. Engage in patient and public involvement exercises to promote the disease and research.

At Moorfields, we offer:

• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of benefits and discounts, including NHS Discount Schemes and Blue Light Card
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training for skill development
• Flexible working environment

The post is part of an innovative research team led by Professor Lyndon da Cruz, focusing on cell transplantation for retinal and macular degenerations, and integrating robotic surgical devices for precision. There is potential to publish scientific papers and pursue a higher degree such as a PhD at UCL with full academic support. The role also provides exposure to Vitreoretinal clinics and operating theatres, though it does not involve surgical training or procedures.

The post-holder will also assist in animal operating trials, coordinate patient recruitment, manage data, participate in meetings, and contribute to research dissemination and public engagement activities.

This advert closes on Tuesday 12 Aug 2025.