More About Kathryn

Head of Biomedical Science, University of Sheffield (2016-2021); Deputy Head 2012-2016. First woman Head of the Dept. Member of University Senate (2013-2020). 

Like all academics I have spent many years juggling different roles and I have a deep understanding of the complexities and challenges that this presents. As well as delivering lectures across all years I have supported undergraduates with research dissertations and in the lab, and have trained 21 PhD students. 

As well as coaching in organisations I enjoy supporting people through any of life's more challenging moments, from  career changes or retirement through to decision-making and conflict resolution. Just get in touch to discuss needs.

I am a member of the European  Mentoring and Coaching Council. My coaching is certified by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).

PhD University College London 1993

BA, MA (Oxon) 1st Class

>75 publications. h-index 40.

 orcid.org/0000-0003-3716-4490  

Fellowships  from Wellcome Trust and MRC.

Multiple responsive mode grants from BBSRC.

Presidents Medal from Society of Experimental Biology.

Grant Panel member including BBSRC, Wellcome Trust, NWO Netherlands, Wolfson-Royal Society. 

Having moved around England as a child and then living in California, Scotland and back to England as an adult, I am used to changing environments and the positives and challenges that this brings. Life experiences have  also led me to be a supporter of social mobility and  neurodiversity.

I am an avid reader and hill-walker (depending on the weather) 

Also interested in modern art,  theatre, psychology and history.