Research Optometrist

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Research Optometrist The closing date is 19 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team to assist in the eye research clinics with a focus on glaucoma and other eye conditions and contribute to a comprehensive and quality ophthalmic research unit while increasing recruitment activity in research studies. Main duties of the job Professional Duties a) To be able to work as an autonomous research optometrist as part of the research team b) To provide appropriate care within specialist research clinics and in areas of own expertise. Post holder will be expected to assess, diagnose, formulate and review treatment plans. c) To actively recruit appropriate patients to the research clinics in accordance to the protocol. d) To instruct patients or parents/guardians of patients on a continuous course of treatment Research and Development a) To be proactive in initiating research ideas/projects in conjunction with the R&D b) To participate in research programmes in collaboration with other medical and research staff. c) To initiate and participate in clinical audit for the Ophthalmology team. General Responsibilities a) Keep work up-to-date within departmental set standards, notifying line manager immediately if this becomes problematic b) Adhere to appropriate health and safety, fire and statutory regulations and all Trust policies relevant to the post. c) Attend any training that will benefit both the directorate and the individual, as agreed with the Head of Glaucoma Shared Care Service within IPR setting d) Ensure compliance with all Trust policies and follow Trust codes of practice regarding any absence, annual, sick and other leaves. e) Undertake any duties as agreed and delegated by Management About us The Eye Research unit has close links with King's College London (KCL) has a proven track record of nationally and internationally recognised research focusing on the cause and treatment of eye disease, alongside clinical expertise in the diagnosis and treatment in all sub-specialities of Ophthalmology. The Eye Research Unit has delivered successfully on a number of both commercial and non-commercial portfolio studies and plays a key role in driving and supporting continued recruitment within the Clinical Research Network South London. Details Date posted 12 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £58,133 to £65,261 a year pa pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 8 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 196-RD559E Job locations St Thomas' Hospital London SE1 7EH United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Duties a) To undertake a comprehensive ophthalmic examination including, Goldmann tonometry, Gonioscopy and disc to ascertain a Glaucoma diagnosis and assess stability of the condition. b) To be able to select the appropriate ophthalmic tests for each patient c) To assess patient results and act when they show instability or new clinical signs. d) To perform investigations and diagnostic tests specified by the consultant in the research clinics to a high quality standard. e) To perform appropriate Perimetry, automated and manual fields within the glaucoma clinics, interpret the results, demonstrate knowledge on glaucomatous progression. f) To demonstrate a high lev