In three words or phrases: Supportive, collaborative, understanding.
Provision of Training
Initially I will anticipate a blend of me leading training in combination with you taking responsibility to expand, leading to your greater independence later.
Progression Monitoring and Management
I will set out my expectations of your progression on a monthly basis. I like to be kept up to date, and will expect to see evidence of method development/data generation results on a weekly basis. We can always discuss together a new plan if the monthly goals are not being met.
Communication
I am known to email in evenings and weekends as well as standard hours; however, I will never expect you to email or work outside normal working hours. I strongly encourage you to have a happy work/life balance!
PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me:
In a group meeting
At least once a week
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 mainly face to face especially during early years of PhD; a mixture of face to face or video chat for later years of PhD. I have an open door policy, but my pattern of being contactable for an instant response is not predictable.
Working Pattern
Most of the timing of work is flexible, though certain aspects such as meetings and data collection requires in-person attendance at fixed times.
Notice Period for Feedback
I need at least 2 weeks' notice to provide feedback on written work of up to 5000 words.
