In three words or phrases: Supportive, goal-driven, collaborative.
Provision of Training
I am available to provide 1:1 training wherever required in order to develop new skills but also encourage self-directed learning and collaboration between PhD students.
Progression Monitoring and Management
Milestones are set during regular progress monitoring meetings and progress assessed at following meetings allowing for milestones to be adjusted and additional support provided where required.
Communication
I communicate with PhD students through face to face meetings, email, MS Teams as well as through a WhatsApp group. I respond to enquiries quickly and encourage regular communication to ensure that any problems or delays can be addressed quickly.
PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me:
In a group meeting
At least once per fortnight
In year 1 of PhD study
At least once per week
In year 2 of PhD study
At least once per month
In year 3 of PhD study
At least once per month
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 Patterns
Certain tasks in my lab need to occur at set times, and students need to be able to commit to a rota/timetable shared with other members of the team.
Notice Period for Feedback
I need at least 1 week’s notice to provide feedback on written work of up to 5000 words.
