Clinical Research Fellow: MacTel
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Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Clinical Research Fellow: MacTel
The closing date is 11 November 2026
Job summary
The content of the Medical Retina Clinical Research Fellowship in the Medical Retinal Service will be divided into clinical and research responsibilities determined by participants in clinical trials supervised by Catherine Egan and Adnan Tufail (consultant ophthalmologists in the medical retina service)
Main duties of the job
The Fellow will be invited to joint authorship on this research and be expected to develop both their clinical and research skills in the post. The clinical sessions will be undertaken in clinics organised by the Medical Retinal Service. The post is 50% to support MacTel research sponsored by the Lowy Medical Research Institute. A proven record of clinical experience at a subspecialty level in medical retina, data analysis, retinal image analysis and publication will be required and will be expected to develop during the fellowship. The successful applicant will have the required medical license to practice in the UK with the General Medical Council (GMC), a valid visa to work in the UK and evidence of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training in order to see patients and work in a clinical research environment at Moorfields.
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.
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£25,530.14 a year per annum, pro rata incl HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
273-RD-8359488
Job locations
Moorfields Eye Hospital
City Road
London
EC1V 2PD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- A minimum of 1 honorary clinical sessions in medical retina clinics to identify and recruit participants for the international MacTel registry study (1 for MacTel) and other retinal disease
- A minimum of 4 research or administration sessions for MacTel related studies this will vary from week to week, but will include recruitment and study visits in the clinical trials unit for the MacTel registry study and associated MacTel clinical trials or associated studies, including but not limited to retinal image analysis, visual function testing, large scale data analysis projects related to retinal disease and attendance at the 2 required laboratory meetings each week (Prof Marcus Fruttiger laboratory UCL and Prof Aaron Lee laboratory, University of Washington). Image or data analysis and participation in writing groups for publications for this work will be expected.
- Ad hoc and by arrangement: 1 honorary clinical session per week with Prof Adnan Tufail. This may include a medical retina clinic, or an intravitreal injection list , or a cataract surgery list to aid recruitment for approved studies in diabetic retinopathy or AMD where relevant to MacTel research e.g. as control participants or for the collection of biosamples relevant to MacTel research
- Attendance at regular MR Fellows Teaching Sessions (typically 6, 1-hour sessions per week, including Fluorescein Angiography Meeting, Electrophysiology Teaching, Uveitis Teaching and Clinical / Research Tutorials) is expected
- Continuous professional development (CPD) in medical retina and uveitis is expected
- Evidence of GCP (good clinical practice) certification is expected
- Please see Job Description and Person Specification
Job responsibilities
- A minimum of 1 honorary clinical sessions in medical retina clinics to identify and recruit participants for the international MacTel registry study (1 for MacTel) and other retinal disease
- A minimum of 4 research or administration sessions for MacTel related studies this will vary from week to week, but will include recruitment and study visits in the clinical trials unit for the MacTel registry study and associated MacTel clinical trials or associated studies, including but not limited to retinal image analysis, visual function testing, large scale data analysis projects related to retinal disease and attendance at the 2 required laboratory meetings each week (Prof Marcus Fruttiger laboratory UCL and Prof Aaron Lee laboratory, University of Washington). Image or data analysis and participation in writing groups for publications for this work will be expected.
- Ad hoc and by arrangement: 1 honorary clinical session per week with Prof Adnan Tufail. This may include a medical retina clinic, or an intravitreal injection list , or a cataract surgery list to aid recruitment for approved studies in diabetic retinopathy or AMD where relevant to MacTel research e.g. as control participants or for the collection of biosamples relevant to MacTel research
- Attendance at regular MR Fellows Teaching Sessions (typically 6, 1-hour sessions per week, including Fluorescein Angiography Meeting, Electrophysiology Teaching, Uveitis Teaching and Clinical / Research Tutorials) is expected
- Continuous professional development (CPD) in medical retina and uveitis is expected
- Evidence of GCP (good clinical practice) certification is expected
- Please see Job Description and Person Specification
Person Specification
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- MRCOphth or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration (with a Licence to Practice) or be eligible for GMC Registration.
Desirable
- Knowledge of MacTel
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Completion of Specialist Ophthalmology Training or Equivalent.
- Retinal Image analysis
- Peer reviewed publications in retinal disease.
- Research Interest
Essential for role
Essential
- Previous research experience and clinical experience in Medical Retina. Should be competent in doing independent intravitreal injections, and laser procedures (macular and pan-retinal photocoagulation).
Desirable
- Previous experience of clinical trials as a sub or co- investigator.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- MRCOphth or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration (with a Licence to Practice) or be eligible for GMC Registration.
Desirable
- Knowledge of MacTel
FURTHER TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Completion of Specialist Ophthalmology Training or Equivalent.
- Retinal Image analysis
- Peer reviewed publications in retinal disease.
- Research Interest
Essential for role
Essential
- Previous research experience and clinical experience in Medical Retina. Should be competent in doing independent intravitreal injections, and laser procedures (macular and pan-retinal photocoagulation).
Desirable
- Previous experience of clinical trials as a sub or co- investigator.
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
United Kingdom
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
United Kingdom
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
Cathy Egan
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£25,530.14 a year per annum, pro rata incl HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
273-RD-8359488
Job locations
Moorfields Eye Hospital
City Road
London
EC1V 2PD
United Kingdom
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