In three words or phrases: Collaborative; close-contact and guidance; career-development.

Provision of Training

I will work with you to define your training plan at each stage of your project, and identify the key techniques you need to become skilled in with support from experienced researchers in my team or our collaborating teams to gain those hands-on technical skills. As you progress I expect you to become confident to suggest new methods and approaches and to network effectively with other research groups across different disciplines to achieve your project goals.

Progression Monitoring and Management

I will expect to see your results on a weekly basis, and will hold formalised monthly project review meetings. But I like to be kept up to date, with day-to-day updates when you have exciting results or need help troubleshooting.

Communication

In my group we use a combination of verbal face-to-face or zoom discussions (individual and group) and on-line group chat discussions to discuss and share results and ideas.

PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me:

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 week’s notice to provide feedback on written work of up to 5000 words.