Eleni Koulocheri
About
With a background in Mathematics (University of Athens) and an M.Sc. in Information Systems (Hellenic Open University), her professional profile lies at the intersection of technology, research, and project management. Her early academic work on usability in e-learning environments led her to a Ph.D. track in Learning Analytics.
She brings nearly 20 years of experience in the management, coordination, and financial administration of European and national research projects, having supported more than 15 large-scale initiatives across ICT, transport, security, telecommunications, and Open Science at institutions such as NCSR “Demokritos,” the University of Athens, and Athena Research & Innovation Center.
Since 2013, she has been actively involved in the implementation of the OpenAIRE initiatives—including OpenAIREplus, OpenAIRE 2020, and OpenAIRE Advance—working in close collaboration with the University of Athens, Department of Informatics. This long-standing engagement has contributed significantly to the operational delivery and evolution of OpenAIRE services and infrastructures.
Since 2021, she has been a key member of OpenAIRE AMKE, overseeing the financial and administrative management of nearly 20 European projects. From the organization’s inception, she designed and implemented its financial and administrative framework, ensuring compliance, financial accuracy, and efficient multi-project monitoring. She also contributes to EU Tender preparation and procurement processes, supporting OpenAIRE’s strategic objectives in Open Science, research infrastructures, and digital innovation.
Driven by a strong commitment to Open Science and digital transformation, she supports organizations in navigating European funding complexity, combining expertise in multi-project financial management, ERP implementations (including Pylon Software), strategic planning, and dissemination.
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