Job summary
The post will suit a person wishing to develop a career in clinical research as they will attain cutting-edge experience of how to run a clinical trial. The successful candidate will be bright, independent and highly motivated, but willing 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. He/she will acquire expertise in the use and interpretation of a range of psychophysical assessments including microperimetry and detailed colour vision assessments, and imaging studies including fundus photography, autofluorescence imaging, and high-resolution optical coherence tomography.
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 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
About us
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be part of an innovative research team led by Professor Mariya Moosajee, Professor of Molecular Ophthalmology at UCL and Consultant Ophthalmologist in the Genetic Service at Moorfields Eye Hospital. The principle aim for this post will be to facilitate research in Stargardt disease. The individual will be involved in the detailed phenotyping of patients with ABCA4 retinopathy to identify suitable participants for the clinical trial and establish the natural history. They will also see the recruited trial patients at their screening, baseline and follow-up visits.
He/she will have the opportunity to publish scientific papers, and potentially register for a higher degree such as a PhD at UCL with full academic support. In addition, the post-holder will also have exposure to genetic eye disease clinics (both paediatric and adult) during their placement.
He/she will acquire expertise in the use and interpretation of a range of psychophysical assessments including microperimetry and detailed colour vision assessments, and imaging studies including fundus photography, autofluorescence imaging, and high-resolution optical coherence tomography. Whilst experience in some of these techniques would be an advantage, full training will be provided where necessary, so candidates lacking direct experience in these areas but having the necessary background skills and showing technical aptitude are also encouraged to apply.
The post-holder will be expected to:
- Collect genetic 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
- Participate in weekly laboratory meetings
- 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
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be part of an innovative research team led by Professor Mariya Moosajee, Professor of Molecular Ophthalmology at UCL and Consultant Ophthalmologist in the Genetic Service at Moorfields Eye Hospital. The principle aim for this post will be to facilitate research in Stargardt disease. The individual will be involved in the detailed phenotyping of patients with ABCA4 retinopathy to identify suitable participants for the clinical trial and establish the natural history. They will also see the recruited trial patients at their screening, baseline and follow-up visits.
He/she will have the opportunity to publish scientific papers, and potentially register for a higher degree such as a PhD at UCL with full academic support. In addition, the post-holder will also have exposure to genetic eye disease clinics (both paediatric and adult) during their placement.
He/she will acquire expertise in the use and interpretation of a range of psychophysical assessments including microperimetry and detailed colour vision assessments, and imaging studies including fundus photography, autofluorescence imaging, and high-resolution optical coherence tomography. Whilst experience in some of these techniques would be an advantage, full training will be provided where necessary, so candidates lacking direct experience in these areas but having the necessary background skills and showing technical aptitude are also encouraged to apply.
The post-holder will be expected to:
- Collect genetic 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
- Participate in weekly laboratory meetings
- 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 & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- FRCOphth
- Full GMC Registration (with a Licence to Practice) or be eligible for GMC Registration.
Desirable
- Ophthalmology research experience
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Completion of Specialist Ophthalmology Training or Equivalent.
Desirable
- Completion of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) course in the last two years.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Desirable
- Undertaken a natural history study in IRDs
Person Specification
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- FRCOphth
- Full GMC Registration (with a Licence to Practice) or be eligible for GMC Registration.
Desirable
- Ophthalmology research experience
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Completion of Specialist Ophthalmology Training or Equivalent.
Desirable
- Completion of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) course in the last two years.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Desirable
- Undertaken a natural history study in IRDs
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
