Profile
Jane Njeri
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About Me:
Hi!
I’m Jane, currently based in Glasgow! But have lived (and/or worked) in 4 different continents. I love travelling and sea activities. In fact I love the ocean so much I do research around ocean energy! I also have a pet tortoise who is now 3 years old and he is lot faster than you’d imagine. His name is Thelathini!
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My pronouns are:
She/her
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My Work:
I’m currently undertaking a doctorate in Engineering. My work focuses on research and development of ocean energy harvesting devices. I am also a former subsea engineer in offshore oil and gas and have been transitioning into renewables over the past 2 years.
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My Typical Day:
A typical day now looks a lot different than 2 years ago working on an oil rig offshore. I may not start my days with a dose of harsh north sea air hitting my face, instead, I start off with emails at 9am and address as many as I can within my first hour.
I then follow a pretty streamlined routine of collating research papers and new online articles (also via online alerts). I read and write summaries taking note of any new significant information to do with my work and area of research.
I reserve afternoons for running simulations and in the future – experimental work. With access to labs (for example the hydrodynamics lab), we can test devices in simulated ocean responses and then study the devices behaviors.
In-between attending meetings, there are plenty of opportunities to meet with colleagues for various events such as departmental lunches.
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What I'd do with the prize money:
As I am currently developing a device – I would hope to be able to demonstrate it’s working behaviors and would probably use the prize to travel to remote Orkney / Scottish isles where ocean studies are particularly important and showcase research to rural students there.
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Tiny Giggling Engineer
What did you want to be after you left school?
Aerospace Engineer
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Not often but I was known to be quite a giggler in class
If you weren't doing this job, what would you choose instead?
Any other offshore engineering role that allows global travel and to be able to breathe in the sea air once in awhile.
Who is your favourite singer or band?
I have a favorite Kenyan band called Sauti sol.
What's your favourite food?
I live on Japanese poke bowls, also love Mexican food!
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
To be fluent in every language in the world, to play every musical instrument and unlimited carbon free travel.
Tell us a joke.
Why can't queen ants not float - because they are not buoyant. (Yeah I know , facepalm)
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