About the role-

GPL204 Research Design for Geography and Environmental Science is a core module in which level-2 undergraduate students design their level-3 dissertation project and write a research proposal. Two PhD students required - one human, one physical or environmental science – are sought to provide support to students on the preparation of their assignment. This will be via Drop-In sessions which will take place face to face (timetable TBA) where the GTA will providing constructive oral feedback on students’ draft research proposals, risk assessments, and ethics application. 

Each will staff two 2-hour drop-in sessions later in spring semester, and each will have 2 hours of prep time to review relevant policy and procedure, and prepare any necessary materials between sessions. 

***IMPORTANT***

Your hiring manager should provide you with a schedule of work in advance of your start date, this will include a summary of the work you are expected to undertake, including how much time has been allocated for you to deliver this work. If you have not received this, please contact them directly. 

If you wish to discuss any specific needs you may have to apply for or undertake GTA work at the University of Sheffield, please contact your hiring manager in the first instance.

The University recommends that all full-time students do not work more than 16 hours per week during term time so that you can devote sufficient time to your studies.

International Students – Please check your visa entitlement to work in the UK during your studies. The majority of International Students are allowed to work in term time as long as the total work does not exceed 20 hours per week.

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