Core Team

Professor David Payne
Core Team
David is the Director of Research Complex at Harwell, providing leadership with the aim of maximising the quality of scientific delivery and outcomes.

John Hand
Core Team
John works with the Director in the strategic and operational running of Research Complex.

Alison Oliver
Core Team
Alison is responsible for developing and implementing our internal and external communications strategy.

Andrew Reading
Core Team
Andrew manages technical support for the Physical Science Laboratories.

Lucy Roff
Core Team
Lucy is our Life Sciences Assistant Technician who works flexibly to support the day-to-day running of the laboratories.

Alec Samler
Core Team
Alec is our Physical Sciences Technician who works flexibly to support the day-to-day running of the laboratories.

Hannah Sell
Core Team
Hannah provides advice, monitoring and guidance on Health and Safety for Research Complex.