Job summary
The post-holder will be part of an innovative research team led by Professor Michel Michaelides, Professor of 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 and clinical trials in Stargardt disease, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and Leber Congenital Amaurosis. The individual will be involved in the detailed phenotyping of patients with inherited retinal disease to identify suitable participants for clinical trials and natural history studies. They will also see the recruited trial / study patients at their screening, baseline and follow-up visits.
Main duties of the job
- Collect genetic and clinical data (including history, examination findings, any investigations) and
- Collate in custom-designed databases
- Work collaboratively with other members of the research team and clinical colleagues
- Recruit and co-ordinate patients for studies and clinical trial
- Organise, maintain and analyse project date
- Responsibility for clinical data management and liaison with the lead investigato
- Participate in weekly laboratory meeting
- Active participation in other ongoing research project
- Achieve goals, agreed in discussions with their line manage
- Present the results of the project in national and international meetings
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
May vary, as outlined above, but will also include:
- Collect genetic and clinical data (including history, examination findings, any investigations) and collate in custom-designed databases.
- Work collaboratively with other members of the research team and clinical colleagues.
- Recruit and co-ordinate patients for studies and clinical trials
- Organise, maintain and analyse project data
- 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 publications
- 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
May vary, as outlined above, but will also include:
- Collect genetic and clinical data (including history, examination findings, any investigations) and collate in custom-designed databases.
- Work collaboratively with other members of the research team and clinical colleagues.
- Recruit and co-ordinate patients for studies and clinical trials
- Organise, maintain and analyse project data
- 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 publications
- 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
Desirable
- Ophthalmology research experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing medical retina conditions
Desirable
Knowledge
Desirable
Skills
Desirable
- Laser / AntiVEGF Injections
- Previous publication records
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Ophthalmology research experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing medical retina conditions
Desirable
Knowledge
Desirable
Skills
Desirable
- Laser / AntiVEGF Injections
- Previous publication records
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).
