In three words or phrases: Student-centred, patient, encouraging.
Provision of Training
At the beginning of your PhD, we will work together to identify the necessary technical skills needed and how they can be developed over the first year. As you become more familiar with our research environment, you will become more independent in the second and third years, which will also help grow your own skillsets in method development, organisation, and time and project management.
Progression Monitoring and Management
Formal update meetings with the wider research group will be held every 2 weeks where it would be good to see evidence of your progress. Over the course of the project, you will gain further independence and ownership of your progression, but my door is always open for informal chats to ensure that you are fully supported throughout the duration of the project.
Communication
I will only contact you during normal working hours in order to promote a healthy work-life balance. If, however, additional support (either academic or pastoral) is needed outside these times, then I am happy to be contacted by phone or email, and I am always happy to discuss any issues which may be impacting your ability to fulfil your potential.
PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me:
In a group meeting
At least once a fortnight
In year 1 of PhD study
At least once a fortnight
In year 2 of PhD study
At least once a fortnight
In year 3 of PhD study
At least once a fortnight
These meetings will be mainly face to face, via video chat or telephone, and I am usually contactable for an instant response (if required) on every working day.
Working 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.
