Abby Evans

Studied

Natural Sciences (Cambridge University); Geophysics PhD (Cambridge University); Science PGCE (Leicester University)

Previous experience

Abby’s research used geophysical methods to study the volcanism associated with the initial rifting of the North Atlantic. Following post-doctoral work at Cambridge, Abby taught Science in secondary schools before moving into careers work at Oxford.

In her current role at the Careers Service, Abby co-leads the team of Careers Advisers and supports students and alumni with one-to-one careers advice, workshops, seminars. With a particular focus on science and education, she regularly contributes to outreach activities for the University, and widening participation initiatives. She chaired a national advisory group on Teaching and Related Professions, and is a contributing author of publications on science, engineering, education and academic careers.

Colleges & departments

Abby works with the Departments of Physics, Earth Sciences, Materials Science and Education. She is the link adviser for St Edmund Hall and St Cross College.

To see when Abby is available for appointments, go to the 'Appointments' section on CareerConnect.

Areas of interest

Academia, Teaching & Education; Science, Engineering & Technology; Postgraduate Study.