Consultant in LSD and Cardiomyopathies in Systemic Diseases (CISD)

Job overview

Consultant in Lysosomal Storage Disorders and Cardiomyopathies in Systemic Diseases (CISD).

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant with expertise in Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs) and Cardiomyopathies in Systemic Diseases (CISD) to join the internationally recognised Lysosomal Storage Disorders Unit (LSDU).

This is a rare opportunity to work within one of the UK’s leading centres for rare metabolic disease, delivering unique, integrated, consultant‑led care for adults with LSDs and related cardiomyopathies.

We are seeking a clinician with a strong background in:

• Lysosomal storage disorders and related rare cardiomyopathies
• Cardiology, including expertise in CMR reporting
• Delivering high‑quality patient‑centred care
• An enthusiasm for advancing clinical services and research in rare diseases.

Main duties of the job

• Lead in the care of adults with lysosomal storage disorders and related cardiomyopathies.
• Contribute to specialist clinics, national and cross‑centre MDTs, and cardiac MRI (CMR) reporting.
• Collaborate with expert teams across cardiology, genetics, nephrology, neurology, respiratory, orthopaedics, and other specialties.
• Support research, audit, governance, teaching, and service development.
• Help shape national pathways of care and contribute to guideline development.

We offer:

• A dynamic, expanding multidisciplinary environment with tailored mentoring and professional development
• Opportunities to teach within national programmes and engage in cutting‑edge research
• The chance to join a service renowned for innovation, “one‑stop” care, and clinical excellence

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.