In three words or phrases: Student-centred, collaborative, outcome oriented.

Provision of Training

I prefer to take responsibility for your technical training at first, leading to more independence later. I encourage you to utilise the full breadth of expertise of the supervision team to maximise learning and development. I actively encourage my students to engage with external training to develop their skillset and knowledge.

Progression Monitoring and Management

I like to be kept up-to-date and will expect to see evidence of method development and ideas generation on a weekly basis in the first year of the project particularly. As the project develops, we will continue to meet to discuss and start to analyse findings. We will discuss a plan of action together and aim for outcomes that are realistic and achievable. I have high expectations of my postgraduate students and will encourage you to achieve your full potential.

Communication

Whilst I expect you to keep up with my communications and respond in a timely fashion, 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 expectations.

PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me:

These meetings will be face to face, and although I have an open door policy my pattern of being contactable for an instant response is not predictable.

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