Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research Fellow

The closing date is 11 March 2026

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Job summary

The post-holder will be part of an innovative research team led by Professor Mariya Moosajee, 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 a AAV gene therapy clinical trial for adult and paediatric patients with retinitis pigmentosa secondary to Bardet Bield syndrome. 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 investigator
  • 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
  • Attend genetic clinics

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.

Details

Date posted

25 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£49,333.59 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

273-R&D-7822586

Job locations

Moorfields Eye Hospital

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD


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
  • Attend genetic clinics

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
  • Attend genetic clinics

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC registration

Desirable

  • Ophthalmology research experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in managing medical retina conditions

Desirable

  • Research Experience

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Ophthalmology level ST3

Skills

Desirable

  • Previous publication records
Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC registration

Desirable

  • Ophthalmology research experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in managing medical retina conditions

Desirable

  • Research Experience

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Ophthalmology level ST3

Skills

Desirable

  • 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.

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

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).

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)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Ophthalmologist

Mariya Moosajee

m.moosajee@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

25 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£49,333.59 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

273-R&D-7822586

Job locations

Moorfields Eye Hospital

City Road

London

EC1V 2PD


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