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2023 - present  Associate Professor in Molecular Ecology

2013 - 2023    Lecturer in Environmental Science then Lecturer in Conservation Genetics, Plymouth University 2011 - 2013    Lecturer in Molecular Conservation Biology, MMU
2010 - 2011    Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Plymouth University
2008 - 2010    Associate Research Fellow, Exeter University
2008          Experiential Learning Development Project, Plymouth University
2006 - 2007    Post-doctoral Research Fellow, Plymouth University

Professional memberships

Member, Genetics Society

Member, British Ecological Society

Member, Royal Entomological Society

Roles on external bodies

Scientific Board Member SICAMM (Societas Internationalis pro Conservatione Apis melliferae melliferae)

Teaching interests

Teaching interests

  • conservation biology and conservation genetics
  • molecular ecology
  • evolution & biodiversity
  • entomology

I teach on undergraduate and postgraduate courses in biological and environmental sciences. This includes residential field courses in the UK and abroad, practical classes, tutorials and lectures as well as supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.

I am also the Academic Wellbeing Lead in the School of Biological and Marine Sciences. I believe that science students should leave university with new conceptual knowledge, improved academic and practical skills, enhanced critical thinking and an analytical mindset, but also improved resilience and determination with a good mindset for life's future challenges.

Additional information

In my spare time I am a keen cyclist (roadie) and used to compete at an amateur level on the local scene as part of Team Certini. I now ride and race for Plymouth Corinthian CC. I am learning Russian (reading comprehension ~ lower intermediate, speaking - beginner) and Polish (beginner). 

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
  • SDG 4 - Quality Education
  • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 13 - Climate Action
  • SDG 14 - Life Below Water
  • SDG 15 - Life on Land
  • SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals

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