Job Title
Glaucoma Surgical Fellowship - Ophthalmology
Department
Head and Neck Ophthalmology
Base
Princess Alexandra Eye Pavillion St. Johns Hospital
Location
May also be required to work at any of NHS Lothian sites.
Post Summary
This post is designed to provide higher sub‑speciality training in glaucoma care for a period of up to 12 months. NHS Lothian is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society. We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long‑term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices. Applications are welcome for the above Fixed Term, full time (40 hours per week) post based in Princess Alexandra Eye Pavillion St. Johns Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for a 12‑month clinical glaucoma fellowship in Scotland’s capital city based at Princess Alexandra Eye Pavillion. The post will provide broad experience in all aspects of the management of glaucoma including complex glaucoma surgery. The successful candidate will work closely with the Edinburgh glaucoma consultants Andrew Tatham, Pankaj Agarwal, Tej Malcolm, and Mei Ling Cheng.
Responsibilities
* Perform and be trained in glaucoma surgeries including trabeculectomy, Baerveldt tube surgery, Ahmed valve surgery, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (Cypass, Xen).
* Handle emergency glaucoma patients and contribute to the development of virtual clinics.
* Contribute to the department’s research programme and publish findings from commercial studies.
* Participate in post‑graduate teaching and give guidance to junior staff.
* Manage ophthalmic services within the fixed term of 12 months.
Qualifications
* Competent independent cataract surgeon with CCT (completed residency).
* Experience in glaucoma surgery is desirable.
* Ability to learn and perform advanced procedures (SLT laser).
* Strong communication and teaching skills.
* Commitment to work in the department’s research and teaching programmes.
Application Information
Applications are accepted only through the completed online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Please submit early. Closing Date: 24/01/2026.
Contact
Andrew Tatham Consultant Ophthalmologist
Princess Alexandra Eye Pavillion
0131 536 3902
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