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.

As a Belgian national based in the greater Brussels area, Nik is deeply passionate about research support and has extensive experience in research administration, particularly in EU-funded research, having worked for Brussels University (VUB) and as a bid consultant for Imperial College London.

Nik is the main coordinator behind the RM ROADMAP and RM Framework projects, which are funded by the European Commission under Horizon Europe and aim to chart the future of research management in Europe. With his expertise and leadership, Nik is trying to pave the way for a brighter future in research support.