Neuro-Ophthalmology Clinical Fellow

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW); Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in Bristol is looking for a Clinical Fellow in Neuro-Ophthalmology for a 12-month fixed-term position. The role involves advanced training in neuro-ophthalmology and participation in research projects. Candidates should have CCST or be entering their 5th year of training. The ideal applicant will have a strong knowledge of ophthalmology, the ability to work in a team, and be fluent in English. This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to innovative practices in a reputable teaching hospital.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of general ophthalmology and/or neurology at CCST level.
• Willingness to teach and train others.
• Fluent English to an appropriate standard.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced sub-specialty training in Neuro-ophthalmology.
• Participate in the research projects during the fellowship.

Skills

Ability to work in a team

Teaching and training junior doctors

Education

CCST or equivalent

Full registration with the UK General Medical Council

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Neuro-Ophthalmology Clinical Fellow

The closing date is 01 January 2026

The Bristol Eye Hospital (BEH) at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston Foundation Trust (UHBW) is looking to grow its talented team of clinicians to drive an ambitious future vision of care across Bristol and Weston. https://youtu.be/he7-XrxIopo

Applications are warmly welcomed for a 12 month, fixed term post of Clinical Fellow in Neuro-Ophthalmology. The post itself is designed to provide sub-specialist training in neuro-ophthalmology at the Bristol Eye Hospital (BEH).

Innovation is at our core at BEH. Most recently we were commended for our use of the NHS Nightingale Hospital Bristol, created to treat Covid-patients, as a high-volume eye diagnostic assessment hub for medical retina patients during the pandemic. The Bristol Eye Hospital has a strong tradition of clinical, health service, epidemiological and basic science research with links to the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England. The Fellowship will include a commitment to one or two research projects during the appointment.

Main duties of the job

The post is available for those with a background in Surgical Ophthalmology, Medical Ophthalmology or Neurology. It will provide advanced sub-speciality training in Neuro-ophthalmology. There is flexibility for a surgically trained ophthalmologist to take on additional theatre lists to maintain their skills in cataract surgery or further their expertise in strabismus surgery, should this best fit with the interests of the post-holder.

Applicants should already have CCST or be entering into their 5th year. Overseas applicants would normally be at the end of their local training scheme.

Please ensure your referees cover the last 3 years of your career.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward‑thinking multi‑award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world‑leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the attached document "Job Description" or you can also contact us.

Person Specification

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of general ophthalmology and/or neurology as well as Neuro-ophthalmology, to CCT / CCST level

Skills

• Ability to work in a team
• Ability and willingness to participate in teaching and training of junior doctors, nurses, medical students, optometrists, and other allied health professionals

Qualifications

• Applicants should already have CCST (or equivalent) or be entering into their 4th or 5th year of Specialist training, Overseas applicants would normally be at the end of their local training scheme
• Full registration with the United Kingdom General Medical Council
• Respecting everyone
• Recognising success
• Working together
• Able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)