European Association of Research Managers and Administrators – EARMA

Nik Claesen

Nik Claesen is a seasoned professional with more than 8 years of experience as the Managing Director of the European Association of Research Managers and Administrators (EARMA). His mission is to enhance the quality of research support across Europe by establishing a network for professional development and best practice sharing.

Teodora Konach

Teodora Konach is the Head of Professional Development at EARMA. She is leading the team responsible for the professional development and recognition initiatives and programmes and the EU-funded projects. Her background is in legal and cultural studies. Since 2019 Teodora cooperates as an external expert and evaluator with the European Commission’s Research Executive Agency (REA), the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) and the Council of Europe.

Janina Bau

Janina Bau is an EU Projects Officer and Research Analyst, with a background in social studies and linguistics. At the European Association of Research Managers and Administrators (EARMA), she is involved in several EU-funded projects. She studied European Studies, with a focus on English and Sociology in Germany and Sweden, Political Science in Belgium, and Cultural Studies in the U.S.

Lorenzo Molina

Lorenzo Molina is an EU Projects Officer and Research Analyst at EARMA. He is part of the team responsible for the professional development and recognition initiatives and programmes. He also actively contributes to the management and coordination of EU funded projects in the field of research management, ethics, research integrity and sustainability. His background is International and Diplomatic Affairs and International Economics.