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Principal Optometrist - Research | Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Manylion swydd
Dyddiad hysbysebu: 26 Mehefin 2024
Cyflog: Heb ei nodi
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: £60,046.20 - £68,643.90 Per Annum, Including HCAS, Pro Rata as Part Time
Oriau: Rhan Amser
Dyddiad cau: 26 Gorffennaf 2024
Lleoliad: London, EC1V 2PD
Cwmni: Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Math o swydd: Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd: 6374727/273-DC-4727

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time permanent Principal Optometrist for research working 33.75 hours per week. The Role involves being the lead optometric research in Moorfields Eye Hospital. To provide advice to the Head of Optometry, Director of Research & Development, and Biomedical Research Centre for Ophthalmology management board on the strategic direction of optometric research.

The post holder will work closely with the Head of Department, clinical support service manager, divisional leads, service leads consultant & principal optometrists and to actively participate in ongoing development of the Hospital’s Optometric Research portfolio.

The post holder will be responsible for developing the research of optometrists in the Optometry Department & the Hospital in conjunction with the Director of Research and Head of Optometry..

As well as being involved in the department quality and assurance procedures as well as educational and clinical objectives of the department.

To be the research lead for the Optometry Department.

To develop the research of optometrists in the Optometry Department & the Hospital in conjunction with the Director of Research and Head of Optometry

Work with the Head of Department, Deputy Head of Department, and other Principal/Senior Optometrists to develop and maintain a comprehensive research strategy.

Identify research opportunities and co-ordinate the research of the department.

Attract additional research money with a view to creating increased dedicated research time for staff on both a part-time and full-time basis.

Represent the Optometry Department at research meetings within UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Hospital

Liaise & collaborate with other NHS trusts, Higher Education Institutions, Hospital Optometrists Committee (HOC), National Institute for Health & Care Research, and College of Optometrists to develop research programmes that promote optometric research in both primary & secondary care settings.

Liaise with Senior Optometrists in the translation of research into clinical practice & clinical policies.

Research & Development

Undertake innovative research in the field of optometry and visual science.

To present research finding at relevant national and international scientific meetings.

To publish research findings in high-impact, peer reviewed journals.





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.

Research & Development

Undertake innovative research in the field of optometry and visual science.

To present research finding at relevant national and international scientific meetings.

To publish research findings in high-impact, peer reviewed journals.

Ability to engage with key-stakeholders in the development, running and dissemination of research outcomes including (i) patients, carers & the public, (ii) clinicians, (iii) industry partners, and (iv) funders.

Teaching & Development

To provide training in research techniques to the optometry department and wider trust as required.

To personally participate in continuing professional education and development (as required by the General Optical Council) through approved study leave procedures.

To represent the hospital to the wider optometric profession (e.g. College of Optometrists, General Optical Council, National Institute for Health & Care Research), as required.

To contribute to the suite of postgraduate programmes developed and run by the optometry education team through (i) development of teaching materials, (ii) delivery of lectures and tutorials, (iii) supervision of student projects/dissertations, (iv) preparation and marking of written and/or clinical examinations.

Clinical

To maintain a personal commitment to clinical work (where appropriate).

Clinical supervision of junior staff

Clinical teaching




This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Jul 2024