Job Description

Vision Scientist Speciality: Visual Electrophysiology and Ophthalmic ImagingOphthalmology, Sight and Sound Centre Outpatients We are looking for an enthusiastic Vision Scientist skilled at working with children to backfill a 3y secondment until 8th Sept 2028.You will help the multiprofessional clinical vision science team provide specialist visual electrophysiology services for children with complex conditions. They will also support ocular imaging and eye movement services when needed. These outpatient services are based in Ophthalmology. The visual electrophysiology unit is an accredited training centre for Health Education England trainingprogrammes and offers many learning and development opportunities. You will have opportunity to contribute to, and participate in, departmental teaching, case presentations, audit andongoing clinical research activities. What we are looking for/who we are looking to recruit:We are looking for a person with experience and skills in clinical visual electrophysiology and personal qualities needed to work with children. This person will be able to work well and closely in a team and will be interested in active learning. We appreciate that the post-holder may not have extensive experience of the complex and sometimes rare paediatric patient population seen at GOSH andmentorship and support will be given, as they gain further specialised experience of these patients and the environment.If this sounds like you, please apply now
Main duties of the job

• To support and assist the Visual Electrophysiology team to directly perform clinical visual electrodiagnostic tests (EDTs) and high-quality ocular imaging on babies and children in the Ophthalmology department of GOSH in Sight and Sound
• Assist the Clinical Scientists by maintaining tidiness and cleanliness of the clinical labs and ensuring they are stocked and ready for day of clinical activity
• To be responsible for organising specialist appointments that may require longer time, such as ISCEV retinal recordings for the medical retina transitional clinic, eye movement recordings and appointments for inpatients who have had ophthalmologyconsultant review
• Liaise with ward staff and carers to ensure an inpatient is well enough to move to outpatients for the tests
• In liaison with the Clinical Scientists ensure that the clinical facilities are fully equipped and adequate administrative processes are in place to ensure an efficient working environment
• To be familiar and have an understanding of the Trust's complaint procedure

About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks.
Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee
Details
Date posted
18 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
37,259 to 45,356 a year per annum inclusive
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
3 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
271-SS-7328097
Job locations
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London
WC1N 3QN
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential

• Our Always values

Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential

• A-level or equivalent in science subjects

Desirable

• BSc Science
• Training courses in ophthalmic imaging and/or visual electrophysiology

Experience/Knowledge
Essential

• Experience of working with children and their families
• Knowledge of visual electrophysiology
• Basic knowledge of the eye and visual pathway

Desirable

• Experience of working in hospital settings

Skills/Abilities
Essential

• Ability to communicate well with and relate to children and their families and/or carers
• Abilities to input data accurately and use spreadsheets, power point and work document
• Able to work well with a team in proximity in restricted space
• Have good manual dexterity
• Physically capable of dealing with active children and equipment
• Good situational awareness and ability to adapt communication empathically
• Resilience and the abilities to manage stressful situations and own well being
• Adaptability, in the moment

Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential

• Our Always values

Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential

• A-level or equivalent in science subjects

Desirable

• BSc Science
• Training courses in ophthalmic imaging and/or visual electrophysiology

Experience/Knowledge
Essential

• Experience of working with children and their families
• Knowledge of visual electrophysiology
• Basic knowledge of the eye and visual pathway

Desirable

• Experience of working in hospital settings

Skills/Abilities
Essential

• Ability to communicate well with and relate to children and their families and/or carers
• Abilities to input data accurately and use spreadsheets, power point and work document
• Able to work well with a team in proximity in restricted space
• Have good manual dexterity
• Physically capable of dealing with active children and equipment
• Good situational awareness and ability to adapt communication empathically
• Resilience and the abilities to manage stressful situations and own well being
• Adaptability, in the moment