Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Neuro-ophthalmology and Strabismus

Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Neuro-ophthalmology and Strabismus

Closing Date: 09 December 2025

Applications are invited for two twelve month fellowship posts in Neuro ophthalmology and Strabismus at one of the largest provincial ophthalmic units in the UK. One post commences the first week of August 2026 and the other in February 2027.

Candidates who are not GMC registered at the point of application will be considered under the Trust's International Fellowship Scheme (note a £500 admin charge). More information on this scheme can be found on our website.

The fellowship is based at the Manchester Royal Eye Hospital. The Neuro ophthalmology firm has 3 consultant ophthalmologists - Mr Vishwanath, Mr Yagan and Miss Littlewood - and a consultant neurologist - Dr Zermansky. The unit is supported by a large orthoptic department headed by Mrs Veronica Greenwood, and an electrophysiology department headed by Professor Neil Parry.

Main duties of the job

The Fellow will participate in outpatient clinics, undertaking diagnosis, management and follow up of patients under the care of the Consultants. He or she will undertake surgery both under supervision and, where appropriate, independently. The Fellow attends outpatient clinic sessions and dedicated operating sessions under the direction of Consultant trainers.

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced research, and a collaborative multi specialty environment. It is the largest provider of specialist services, with over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, based at the Oxford Road Campus in Manchester - the largest health academic campus in Europe.

MFT fosters a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised and your ambitions supported. Whether you want to develop clinical skills, pursue research, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment.

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing outpatient clinic consultations.
• Diagnosing and treating neuro ophthalmology and strabismus conditions.
• Performing surgical procedures under supervision and independently as required.
• Partaking in audits, teaching, and research activities.

Person Specification Qualifications and Training

• Medical Degree.
• Completed postgraduate training and qualification in ophthalmology and experience required for supervising other trainees in an emergency department, along with a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee.
• Ability to see eye casualty patients independently and willingness to participate in general on call duties if needed.
• Full registration and licence to practice with the General Medical Council.

Teaching and Audit

• Experience of audit, teaching, and contribution to service improvement.

Academic Achievements and Research

• Research and publications relevant to neuro ophthalmology and strabismus.

Interpersonal Skills

• Organisational skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and celebrating diversity. All individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, are encouraged to apply.

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We look forward to hearing from you!