Clinical Research Fellow

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 The post will suit a person wishing to develop a career in Clinical Research.

The main area of research for this post is using novel headset technology for assessment of Oculoplastic for Virtual and Asynchronous consultations.

Main duties of the job

The Post-holder Will Be Expected To:

• Collect clinical data (including history, examination findings, any investigations) and collate in a custom-designed database.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the research team and clinical
• Recruit and co-ordinate patients for a clinical trial
• Organise, maintain and analyse project data
• Data analysis
• Responsibility for clinical data management and liaison with the lead investigator
• Active participation in other ongoing research projects
• Achieve goals, agreed in discussions with their line manager
• Present the results of the project in national and international meetings
• Prepare the results of the project for publication
• Perform any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the post, the title of the post and its grading as requested by their line manager
• Undertake patient and public involvement exercises to promote the disease and the research

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 organisation

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-holder will be part of an innovative research team led by Jimmy Uddin The principal aim for this post will be to facilitate research in adnexal disease.

They post holder will have the opportunity to publish scientific papers.

The Post-holder Will Be Expected To:

• Collect device and clinical data (including history, examination findings, any investigations) and collate in a custom-designed database.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the research team and clinical
• Recruit and co-ordinate patients for a clinical trial
• Organise, maintain and analyse project data
• Data analysis to understand the genotype-phenotype correlations
• Responsibility for clinical data management and liaison with the lead investigator
• Active participation in other ongoing research projects
• Achieve goals, agreed in discussions with their line manager
• Present the results of the project in national and international meetings
• Prepare the results of the project for publication
• Perform any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the post, the title of the post and its grading as requested by their line manager
• Undertake patient and public involvement exercises to promote the disease and the research

Person specification

Education and Knowledge

Essential criteria

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• FRCOphth
• Full GMC Registration (with a Licence to Practice) or be eligible for GMC Registration.

Desirable criteria

• Sufficient experience in Adnexal
• Ophthalmology research experience

Experience &​ Training

Essential criteria

• Completion of Specialist Ophthalmology Training or Equivalent.
• Research into educational methods.
• Research Interest.

Desirable criteria

• Completion of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) course in the last two years.
• Experience in Adnexal clinics
• Ophthalmology research experience

Experience Essential criteria

• Run a clinical trial

Desirable criteria

• Undertaken a natural history study in IRDs

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.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net. Moorfields Eye Hospital does not charge applicants any recruitment or sponsorship fees. Our website and published contact details are the only authorised channels for applications and verification of job offers.

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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

• Adnexal research (PDF, 669.3KB)
• MEH Staff Benefits (PDF, 919.1KB)
• MEH Privacy Notice (PDF, 138.0KB)

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name Jimmy uddin Job title Consultant Ophthalmologist Email address Jimmy.uddin@nhs.net