In three words or phrases: outcome-oriented, supportive, understanding.
Provision of Training
I prefer to take responsibility for your technical training during the first year, leading to more independence later with the help of my experienced postdocs and PhD students.
Progression Monitoring and Management
I will expect you to take full ownership of your progression, but I like to be kept up to date every week for help troubleshooting. I can provide advice and guidance to help you reach the goals we set together.
Communication
Besides regular emails, 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 communications I will expect you to manage your work/life balance.
PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me:
In a group meeting
At least once a month
In year 1 of PhD study
At least once a week
In year 2 of PhD study
At least once a week
In year 3 of PhD study
At least once a week
These meetings will be a mixture of face to face, via video chat or telephone, and I am usually contactable for an instant response on every working day.
Working Pattern
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.
