Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Consultant Histopathologist

The closing date is 08 March 2026

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Histopathologist to join the team at the Moorfields Department of Eye Pathology.

The department is part of the National Specialist Ophthalmic Pathology Service (NSOPS), and as such receives a wide range of qualifying ophthalmic samples as well as serving Private practice, Research and Charitable causes. This challenging role would suit a dynamic and organised individual who is looking to expand their knowledge in this relatively niche field, whilst bring suitable transferrable skills and new ideas with them. Ophthalmic pathology includes elements of dermatopathology and neuropathology along with lymphoma/lymphoreticular, as such it should appeal to a general pathologists, those with an interest in the aforementioned sub-specialties and head and neck pathology.

Specific training will be given to the successful candidate both locally and with input from the other NSOPS centres. Participation in the Ophthalmic EQA organised by the British Association of Ophthalmic Pathologists would be a requirement once training is complete.

Acknowledging the Highly Specialised workload of the Department, we are open to flexible working, where job sharing, remote reporting, targeted sessions and/or part time appointments may be of benefit for candidates who wish to retain an interest elsewhere.

Main duties of the job

This is a full-time post offering 10 Programmed Activities (a 7:3 split DCC to SPA). There is no formal on-call or weekend working commitment.

The postholder will provide high quality diagnostic ophthalmic pathology reporting. In addition, there is teaching and supervision of junior and non-medical staff, both visiting and permanent. It is expected that the postholder will participate in management and service planning. Supporting professional activities include MDT, teaching, CPD, audit and appraisal.

About us

What's in it for You?

At Moorfields, we invest in you--your growth, your wellbeing, your future.You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:

o Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)o Membership of the NHS Pension Schemeo 24/7 independent counselling supporto Career-long learning and development opportunitieso Excellent transport connectionso Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemeso Free Pilates classeso Full support and training to develop your skills

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

Date posted

17 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours

Reference number

273-DC7671991

Job locations

Moorfields Eye Hospital

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details and a full list of responsibilities, please see attached job description.

AAC panel to be held on 19th March 2026.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details and a full list of responsibilities, please see attached job description.

AAC panel to be held on 19th March 2026.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

MBBS/MB ChB or equivalent
FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for registration within six months of interview).
Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. oApplicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.

Desirable

Participation in the BAOP EQA scheme

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and experience of Cellular Pathology, particularly of Dermatopathology and Ophthalmic pathology.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

MBBS/MB ChB or equivalent
FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for registration within six months of interview).
Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. oApplicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.

Desirable

Participation in the BAOP EQA scheme

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and experience of Cellular Pathology, particularly of Dermatopathology and Ophthalmic pathology.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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)