Glaucoma Surgical Trials Fellow

Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Fellowship; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the Glaucoma Surgical Trials Fellow position based at City Road, London. The post is full-time, for 1 year with possible extension to 2 years, and seeks ophthalmology trainees near completion with glaucoma fellowship experience preferred.

The role focuses on randomised controlled trials in glaucoma, with clinic sessions to aid recruitment and training.

Qualifications

• FRCOphth or MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification is essential.
• Full GMC Registration (Licence to Practise) is required.
• Experience in ophthalmology and glaucoma research is essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a randomised controlled trial comparing tube positions in anterior chamber vs sulcus.
• Attend glaucoma clinics to support trial recruitment and surgical training.
• Provide input for ongoing glaucoma surgical trials and future study setups.

Skills

Glaucoma management

Clinical research

Ophthalmology training

Education

FRCOphth or MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification

GMC Registration (Licence to Practise)

Job description

YOU MAKE US MORE

Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust At Moorfields, people’s sight matters—and so do the people who make it possible.

YOU MAKE US MORE Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust At Moorfields, people’s sight matters—and so do the people who make it possible. For over 200 years, Moorfields has been at the forefront of ophthalmic care, research, and education. With more than 2,300 dedicated team members and over 700,000 patients seen annually across our City Road site and 22 networked sites, we are proud to be a global centre of excellence. We're also a vibrant community where kindness, equity and excellence shape every aspect of our work. Whether it’s pioneering research through our partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre or training the next generation of global eye care leaders, we’re united by one mission—delivering world-class eye health, sustainably and at scale. And we’re just getting started. From 2027, we’ll move to our brand-new Oriel site in St Pancras, Camden—a state-of-the-art centre that will unite eye care, research, and education under one roof. This groundbreaking facility, developed in partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity, will enable transformative innovation and collaboration like never before. Could you be part of this future? Make us more.

Job Overview

Moorfields Eye Hospital invites applications for the post of Glaucoma Surgical Trials Fellow based at Moorfields Eye Hospital at City Road The post is to begin as soon as possible on a full-time basis, and we are seeking a candidate who wishes to improve their knowledge and skills in glaucoma management and wishes to play an integral role in glaucoma surgical trials research. Applicants should have completed or be close to completing their ophthalmology training program and preference will be given to candidates with prior glaucoma fellowship experience. A track record in clinical glaucoma research is desirable. Candidates who do not have appropriate surgical experience will not be offered surgical training in this post. Candidates from overseas will be considered but appointment will be subject to national recruitment regulations. The post will commence as soon as possible, for a fixed-term period of 1 year possible extension to 2 years based on satisfactory performance review. The successful candidate will need to arrange the necessary approvals prior to taking up the post.

Main duties of the job

This role will primarily involve working on a randomised controlled trial comparing tube positioned in the anterior chamber compared to the sulcus, as well as future surgical trials currently in setup. The job will include sessions in glaucoma clinics to help trial recruitment and surgical training depending on prior experience.

Working for our organisation

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also 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 attractive benefits and discounts


• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes


• Free Pilates classes


• Full support and training to develop your skills


• Flexible working friendly organization

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

The post is to begin as soon as possible on a full-time basis, and we are seeking a candidate who wishes to improve their knowledge and skills in glaucoma management and wishes to play an integral role in glaucoma surgical trials research. This role will primarily involve working on a randomised controlled trial comparing tube positioned in the anterior chamber compared to the sulcus, as well as future surgical trials currently in setup. Applicants should have completed or be close to completing their ophthalmology training program and preference will be given to candidates with prior glaucoma fellowship experience. A track record in clinical glaucoma research is desirable. Candidates who do not have appropriate surgical experience will not be offered surgical training in this post.

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential criteria

• FRCOphth or MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification


• Full GMC Registration (with a Licence to Practise)

Desirable criteria

• Higher Degree (MD/PhD)

Experience/Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Have completed Specialist Training in Ophthalmology or close to completing


• Research Experience in Ophthalmology/Glaucoma


• Experience in Glaucoma management

Desirable criteria

• Management experience

Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying.

Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond.

Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Surgical Trials Fellow JD/PS (PDF, 360.3KB)


• MEH Staff Benefits (PDF, 919.1KB)


• MEH Privacy Notice (PDF, 138.0KB)