Handbook

Review scientific literature, with particular reference to the identification of key information; access information databases in an efficient manner;

Practice careful and discriminating information retrieval;

Present concise oral reports, with a strong emphasis on the provision of good quality audio-visual material;

Construct clear written reports, both brief and extensive;

Plan and undertake a minor research or investigative project, and adjust the project progressively as events and results dictate;

Meet deadlines; conduct an appropriate statistical analysis of results, if appropriate perform the routine measurements and manipulations of a minor scientific project;

Operate with a significant degree of independence, whilst maintaining an efficient and meaningful dialogue with a project supervisor;

Act as a constructive member of a seminar audience;

Interact with others as part of a team in a work environment.