Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Paediatric Ophthalmology
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Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Ophthalmology (Locally Employed Doctor) at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital
About the Role
The Clinical Fellowship is suitable for a trainee Ophthalmologist (post CCT or ST6 or above) seeking advanced sub-specialty training in Paediatric Ophthalmology, and the Fellow will have the opportunity to acquire skills appropriate to Consultant Ophthalmologists providing a major sub-specialist service in a large ophthalmology centre. The post offers wide clinical experience in the management of paediatric eye disease, including:
- Paediatric cataract
- Strabismus
- Paediatric glaucoma
- Paediatric neuroophthalmology
- Paediatric uveitis
- Genetic eye disease
- Retinopathy of prematurity
Surgical training includes:
- Strabismus surgery
- Paediatric cataract and glaucoma surgery
- Botulinum toxin injections in children
The fellow will take part in screening and treatment for retinopathy of prematurity. The fellow will gain experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment through close liaison with the orthoptists, optometrists, paediatricians including paediatric rheumatologists and geneticists.
Availability
This post is available from March 2026 for 12 months and the 2nd post is available from August 2026. The Fellowship is suitable for a candidate who has completed their ophthalmology training and who wishes to subspecialise in paediatric ophthalmology. It provides clinical and surgical experience in paediatric cataract and glaucoma, ocular motility, retinopathy of prematurity, paediatric uveitis and genetic eye disease.
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Supervisors
Name of supervising Consultant: Sus Biswas, J Ashworth, V Sharma, B Shenoy
Contact for Enquiries
Name: Jane Ashworth
Job title: Consultant Ophthalmologist
Email address: Jane.Ashworth@mft.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 01617014838
About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT)
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
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We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jane Ashworth
Job title: Consultant Ophthalmologist
Email address: Jane.Ashworth@mft.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 01617014838
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