In three words or phrases: Outcome-oriented, Supportive, Collaborative.
Provision of Training
I will personally train you in lab techniques and guide you through literature in the field through journal clubs and lab meetings in the first year and expect that this support allows you to evolve to be more independent in the future.
Progression Monitoring and Management
I like to be kept up to date, and will expect to see evidence of method development/data generation results on a weekly/monthly basis.
Communication
My team communicates through emails, WhatsApp group chats and spontaneous meetings during the week and weekends and everyone tries to maintain a healthy work life balance.
PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me:
In a group meeting
At least once per fortnight
In year 1 of PhD study
At least once per fortnight
In year 2 of PhD study
At least once per fortnight
In year 3 of PhD study
At least once per fortnight
The meetings will be face to face and I am usually contactable for an instant response (if required) on every working day.
Working Pattern
Certain tasks in my lab need to occur at set times, and students need to be able to commit to a rota/timetable shared with other members of the team.
Notice Period for Feedback
I need at least 1 week’s notice to provide feedback on written work of up to 5000 words.
