Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5/ST6) in Ophthalmology (Oculoplastics)
| Posting date: | 29 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £65,048 - £73,992 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 September 2025 |
| Location: | Cambridge, CB2 0QQ |
| Company: | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7395642/180-CFH-5164 |
Summary
A Vacancy at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Applications are invited for a Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5/ST6+) in Ophthalmology (Oculoplastic, Lacrimal and Orbital Surgery) to commence from February 2026 for a period of 6 months with the possibility of extension.
The post holder will receive extensive exposure to Oculoplastic, Adnexal & Orbital Surgery. There will be opportunity for research and the post holder will be actively encouraged to engage in audit. There is also close liaison with Neurosurgery, Dermatology (including Mohs’ micrographic surgery), Plastics, Maxillofacial Surgery, ENT and Oncology.
In order to be considered it is essential that applicants have FRCOphth part 2 or equivalent, previous exposure to Oculoplastic/Adnexal Surgery and completion of core training or equivalent in Ophthalmology.
Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application is required.
Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition.
The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.
Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.
This advert closes on Friday 12 Sep 2025
Applications are invited for a Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5/ST6+) in Ophthalmology (Oculoplastic, Lacrimal and Orbital Surgery) to commence from February 2026 for a period of 6 months with the possibility of extension.
The post holder will receive extensive exposure to Oculoplastic, Adnexal & Orbital Surgery. There will be opportunity for research and the post holder will be actively encouraged to engage in audit. There is also close liaison with Neurosurgery, Dermatology (including Mohs’ micrographic surgery), Plastics, Maxillofacial Surgery, ENT and Oncology.
In order to be considered it is essential that applicants have FRCOphth part 2 or equivalent, previous exposure to Oculoplastic/Adnexal Surgery and completion of core training or equivalent in Ophthalmology.
Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application is required.
Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition.
The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.
Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.
This advert closes on Friday 12 Sep 2025