In three words or phrases: Collaborative; detail & outcome orientated; inclusive.
Provision of Training
I will aim to develop your sense of curiosity to ultimately help you become an inquisitive researcher.
I prefer to take responsibility for your technical training at first, leading to more independence later.
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 fortnightly basis.
I will set out my expectations of your progression on a fortnightly/monthly basis. If these progression criteria are not met, we will always discuss a plan of action together.
Communication
The team has a WhatsApp group chat with which we regularly communicate during the week and weekends. Whilst I expect you to keep up with my/ team communications I will expect you to manage your work/life balance.
I am happy to discuss any issues that are impacting your ability to fulfil your potential or my/our expectations.
PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me:
In a group meeting
At least once per month
In year 1 of PhD study
At least once per fortnight
In year 2 of PhD study
At least once per month
In year 3 of PhD study
At least once per month
These meetings will mainly be face to face, and I am usually contactable for an instant response every working day.
Work Patterns
The timing of work in my lab is completely flexible, and (other than attending pre-arranged meetings), I expect students to manage their own time.
Notice Period for Feedback
I need at least 2 weeks' notice to provide feedback on written work of up to 5000 words.
