Vision scientist (Electro‑Diagnostics)
The closing date is 10 April 2026.
A unique opportunity has arisen for a part-time (15 hours) Band 7 Clinical Scientist to train and work in the Visual Electrodiagnostic (EDT) Department at Southampton the Eye Unit.
This post involves supporting a highly specialised diagnostic service for complex ophthalmic, neurology and oncology paediatric and adult patients. The EDT department provides a regional service for the south of the UK and Channel Islands. You will be involved in the electro‑diagnostic recording, interpreting and diagnosing of a wide range of conditions.
You will be accountable to the consultant clinical vision scientist and head orthoptist and will be an important and integral part of the clinical team in the Eye Unit.
Main duties of the job
You will support the consultant clinical scientist in running the Electrodiagnostic (EDT) service by recording, interpreting and preparing diagnostic reports. After gaining experience you will run EDT clinics independently – first adult clinics and then, eventually, paediatric clinics. There is the opportunity to develop and conduct research projects, participate in audit and service‑development programmes, supervise the Band 3 EDT assistants and be involved in their training. As a specialist centre you will also be involved in the training and education of visiting doctors, scientists and healthcare practitioners.
Job responsibilities
You will have a background in visual, biomedical or neurosciences to a postgraduate level, be registered with the HCPC and have experience working within ophthalmology or neurosciences. You need a broad knowledge of ophthalmic, neurological and genetic conditions and a demonstrable experience of working effectively in a multi‑disciplinary environment. Experience in working with patients of all ages and abilities, including babies and patients with additional needs, is essential.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience:
* BSc – ophthalmic/orthoptic/nursing/biomedical science
* MSc in vision/ophthalmic sciences
* Registered with HCPC
* Experience working clinically within ophthalmology or neurosciences
* Experience assessing adults, babies and children including those with additional needs
* Experience of working effectively in a multi‑professional environment
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Knowledge of neurological and ophthalmological conditions, and their associated risk factors
* Experience of assessing eye movement systems
* Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (including visual acuity, colour vision, vision in reduced illumination, ability to sit for prolonged periods, good hand‑eye dexterity)
* PhD in vision/ophthalmic sciences or capacity and willingness to work towards this
* Experience as a supervisor
* Experience of clinical teaching
* Experience of clinical audit
* Experience of clinical research
* Experience in using EDT equipment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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