Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Data Scientist/Software Engineer (AI and Computer Vision)

The closing date is 15 October 2025

Job summary

The NIHR Clinical Research Facility (CRF) at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London has recently been awarded funding from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to optimise the delivery of world class research in ophthalmology and science associated with vision and sight.

The Facility forms part of the Moorfields NIHR Biomedical Research Centre for Ophthalmology, a joint initiative between Moorfields Eye Hospital and University College London Institute of Ophthalmology and is one of three London based Academic Health Science centres which together form the University College London Partners.

The CRF is dedicated to the delivery of high quality clinical research, including experimental medicine and translational research studies, pioneering new therapies for the treatment of a range of ophthalmic disorders. It offers a clinical environment in which patients and researchers are supported by a team of specialist research support staff including ophthalmic research nurses, administrators and technicians.

Part Time or Full time will be considered.

Previous Applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

A key responsibility of the role is to develop a clear understanding of the data resources available from Moorfields' clinical systems. Building on this knowledge, the post holder will work both independently and in close collaboration with the AI and Data Science team to design and implement machine learning tools capable of extracting clinically relevant features from ophthalmic imaging.

The role also involves contributing to the creation of web applications that will enable the deployment of clinical and imaging data analytics tools, supporting the wider ambition of a 'learning healthcare system'. Alongside this, the post holder will play an active role in the development, validation, and implementation of AI algorithms for ophthalmic image segmentation and analysis, ensuring these tools are robust and clinically meaningful.

Additional responsibilities include supporting the development of database management platforms for the Reading Centre, which will underpin effective data handling and accessibility. Finally, the post holder will contribute to advancing AI-driven diagnostic and prognostic models for eye diseases, helping to improve patient care and outcomes through innovative use of data science.

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 organisation

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

Date posted

01 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£56,276 to £63,176 a year Per Annum, Including HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

273-DC-7489205

Job locations

Moorfields Eye Hospital

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

Job description

Job responsibilities

To independently provide all ophthalmic imaging interpretation, analysis, and modelling forboth commercial and research-grade high resolution ophthalmic instruments, including highly specialised areas such as developing algorithms, analytics, adaptive optics scanninglight ophthalmoscopes, optical coherence tomography devices, and digital basedphotography of both anterior and posterior segments to a high standard.

Responsible for complex analysis and designing algorithms for specialized ophthalmicimaging techniques including but not limited to neuro or adaptive optics imaging.

Responsible for programming, designs and development of an appropriate researchmethodology in order to address the research objective; compile and analyse quantitativeand qualitative data, prepares reports and presents results to summarise main findings andconclusions.

Responsible for interpretation of large amount of data in conjunction with the researchteam, putting acquired information into context with other clinical tests.

Responsible for the transfer of clinical and technical information to PHD students regardingretinal and neuro-imaging, adaptive optics and angiography.

Develop and maintain an understanding of a range of specialised imaging procedures requiring expertise underpinned by theoretical knowledge.

Undertake manual activities involving patients and equipment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible for complex analysis and designing algorithms for specialized ophthalmicimaging techniques including but not limited to neuro or adaptive optics imaging.

Responsible for interpretation of large amount of data in conjunction with the researchteam, putting acquired information into context with other clinical tests.

Responsible for the transfer of clinical and technical information to PHD students regardingretinal and neuro-imaging, adaptive optics and angiography.

Develop and maintain an understanding of a range of specialised imaging procedures requiring expertise underpinned by theoretical knowledge.

Undertake manual activities involving patients and equipment.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Awareness of national standards, professional and other guidelines relevant to development and interpretation of specialist imaging area
Evidence of CPD

Desirable

ICH-GCP compliant
In depth knowledge and understanding of both theoretical and practical application of ophthalmic imaging devices

Experience

Essential

At least 5 years Previous experience in Scientific/Technical medical imaging
Demonstration of programming experience Matlab, Python, imaging editing GIMP
Line management experience
Previous participation in clinical research

Education

Essential

PHD in any imaging sciences
Post graduate qualification in related subject to Masters level or equivalent experience

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Awareness of national standards, professional and other guidelines relevant to development and interpretation of specialist imaging area
Evidence of CPD

Desirable

ICH-GCP compliant
In depth knowledge and understanding of both theoretical and practical application of ophthalmic imaging devices

Experience

Essential

At least 5 years Previous experience in Scientific/Technical medical imaging
Demonstration of programming experience Matlab, Python, imaging editing GIMP
Line management experience
Previous participation in clinical research

Education

Essential

PHD in any imaging sciences
Post graduate qualification in related subject to Masters level or equivalent experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Hospital

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Hospital

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)