Help local students work on a research-led project on Science and Sustainability
01 Oct 2014
We are looking for PhD students and Early Career Researchers in Scientific disciplines to mentor local students undertaking a research project
The role of the mentor will be to share their knowledge and offer advice to small groups of secondary school and college students from years 9 – 12 (ages 13-17), who will be conducting research into a topic of their choice relating to Science and Sustainability. This project will run from October to March.
This opportunity is a great way to:
- develop your science communication skills;
- gain teaching experience;
- help inspire local students about science;
- enthuse students about undertaking research;
- and pass on your passion for your subject!
Mentors should be able to:
- Communicate their research in a way that is accessible to pupils from the ages of 13 to 17 years old and explain research skills and processes
They will be asked advice on:
- how to conduct scientific research
- where to look for resources
- where to find contacts in their area of interest
- how to present a scientific research poster
- how do deliver a presentation
Communication will be via a school email address and possibly Skype, whenever pupils want to discuss something or ask questions. It would be desirable if mentors can visit the school once or twice to discuss their research and offer advice face to face. Travel expenses will usually be reimbursed at the discretion of each individual school. Please agree this beforehand.
A DBS (CRB) check is not usually necessary as communication with pupils will take place in the presence of a teacher or via a monitored email address.
Several local schools have already registered to take part in this project and you can find information on one of the school’s projects at:
Interested researchers should contact Roz Cooper by Friday 10 October at: