Technology, Infrastructure and Environment Directorate
The Technology, Infrastructure and Environment Directorate offers essential support for the Faculty's teaching and research. It manages our Shared Research Facilities, oversees estate and compliance responsibilities, supports technical and scientific staff, and enhances equality, diversity, and inclusion across the Faculty.
Areas of focus
Liverpool Shared Research Facilities (LIV-SRF)
LIV-SRF offers state-of-the-art research facilities and services to both Faculty members and external partners. These facilities encompass a range of advanced equipment and technologies, enabling high-quality research across various disciplines.
Faculty environment
The Directorate fosters an inclusive and connected Faculty environment, prioritising equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI). This includes participation in the Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charters, Team Science, and other University and sector initiatives.
Technical and scientific staff
Supporting workforce planning for technical staff across the Faculty, the Directorate facilitates career progression, skills training, and professional development, as well as participation in the Technician Commitment.
Safety and regulatory compliance
The Directorate oversees Faculty governance in safety, risk management, business continuity, and sustainability.
Infrastructure and estates
In collaboration with University Estates, the Directorate plans and manages maintenance, space, and large-scale capital projects.
Research computing
Providing research computing support, the Directorate assists with the research lifecycle, project management, software development, and the maintenance of research infrastructure.
Key contacts
| Name | Role |
| Professor Ian Prior | APVC for Technology, Infrastructure & Environment and Director of Liverpool Shared Research Facilities (LIV-SRF) |
| Professor Judy Coulson | Deputy Associate Pro-Vice-Chancellor |
| Professor Eithne Comerford | Head of Home Office Facilities |
| Dr Chris French | Programme Director (HLS Infrastructure Masterplan) |
| Jan Brett | Strategic Technical Lead, HLS |
| Andrew Collins | Research IT Systems Manager |
| Gareth Roberts | Safety, Risk & Compliance Officer |
| Agnieszka Wegiel | Infrastructure and Facilities Officer |
| Ben Mollitt | Head of Technology, Infrastructure and Environment Directorate |
| Victoria Harman | Liverpool Shared Research Facilities (LIV-SRF) Technical Operations Lead and Business Manager |
| Claire Fagan | Liverpool Shared Research Facilities (LIV-SRF) Business Support Officer |
| Sue Monaghan | Liverpool Shared Research Facilities (LIV-SRF) Administrator |
| Ewan, Birnie Ah0s8004@liverpool.ac.uk |
Animal Health Officer |
| directpa@liverpool.ac.uk | Directorate PA |