I manage the National Robotarium’s communications, PR, and marketing activities, including digital, web and social media content creation and management. I have 15+ years’ experience in higher education, working in a variety of communications, engagement, events and administration roles.
When not spinning a good (robotics) yarn, you’ll usually find me at a gig, in a charity shop or deeply engrossed in books and podcasts about old Hollywood.
The friendliness, enthusiasm and energy of the team. They are truly passionate about advancing robotic technologies that can improve people’s lives and it’s an honour to get to share with the world the brilliant work they do.
I am the Executive Assistant for The National Robotarium, since June 2022, with 27 years of skills in event management, travel booking, marketing and diary management. Experienced Secretarial and HR admin support with a history of working in Higher Education and engaging with industries. Strong resilient professional with a MA Sociology Honours and Postgraduate Diploma in Community Health from The University of Edinburgh. I have been involved in project work since October 2022, this year has been a busy one with completion of the ILM Associate course (Stepping Into Management).
In contrast, work is sporadically mixed with swimming, gardening and entertaining friends and family.
I love my work corner, my work colleagues and the constant hard work that we put in to make the lives of others significant and enduring.
h.durham@hw.ac.uk
s.furniss@hw.ac.uk
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland
UK EH14 4AS
Scottish registered charity number SC000278
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
EH8 9YL
Scottish registered charity number SC005336
