About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Corneal Fellow in Ophthalmology. This post based at the Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre offers opportunities to gain subspecialty and research experience in complex corneal and external eye disease. The fellow will work with five corneal consultants and will be exposed to tertiary level care of a wide range of medical and surgical ophthalmic cases in this busy regional eye center.
This is for 2 posts - one is a 12 month post starting in May 2026 and one is a 12 month post starting in mid September 2026.
Main duties of the job
Applicants should have completed their core curriculum and should have previous experience in corneal and external eye disease preferably as a fellow or TSC (Trainee Selected Component). Possession of CCT or equivalent is desirable. Applicants must hold registration with the General Medical Council.
The programme includes Corneal and Ocular Surface Subspecialty clinic sessions as well opportunities to attend specialist Theatres. The post is whole time and non-resident. The Corneal Fellow will be required to participate in out of hours on-call commitment.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it.Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.
Informal enquiries are welcome. Interested candidates can contact Mr Barua, Corneal Lead, (0121 507 4440; [email protected]) if they wish to discuss the post further. You may also contact Rattan Nandra, Rota Coordinator; [email protected]) to arrange an informal visit.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
oMBBS or equivalent oParts 3 MRCOphth, Part 2 FRCOphth (or equivalent international qualification)
Desirable
oIntercalated BMedSc or equivalent oMSc, MD, MPhil, PhD oCCT or equivalent international qualification
GMC Requirement Essential
oFull GMC Registration
Clinical Experience Essential
oCompleted core curriculum training in ophthalmology in the UK (or equivalent international qualification) oPrevious corneal and external diseases training oAble to take a detailed medical history, carry out a full medical examination and arrive at a differential diagnosis oAble to manage common medical and eye emergencies oSurgical and laser experience
Desirable
oPrevious advanced sub-specialty training opportunity or fellowship in corneal and external diseases
Professional and Multi-disciplinary team working Essential
oAbility to work well with colleagues/within a team
Management and Administrative Experience Essential
oAbility to organise and prioritise workload effectively as required for the post
Clinical Effectiveness Essential
oExperience of taking part in clinical audit
Research Experience Essential
oUnderstands principles and value of research oParticipate in papers, presentations or posters
Desirable
oMSc, MD, MPhil, PhD
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Address SWB NHS Trust-BMEC
Sandwell/West Birmingham
B71 4HJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)