Erika Džajić Uršič, is a Scientific Associate at Rudolfovo, Science and Technology Centre Novo mesto, and Associate Professor of Management at the Faculty of Information Studies in Novo Mesto and School of Advanced Social Studies in Nova Gorica (Slovenia). In 2014, she began researching and studying the field of Industrial Economy; more specifically, phenomena such as Industrial Symbiosis and Industrial Symbiotic Networks. Another major area of research is the computational sociology of social networks, regional development and sustainability. Since 2014, she has been conducting exercises at the FUDŠ, dealing with various research methods, with a special emphasis on qualitative research, data analysis and comparative analysis. In addition to other activities, she works in the areas of developing a joint promotional program to increase the visibility of Interreg Danube projects and services in the project area, and the organisation, coordination, management of joint meetings of so-called focus groups with stakeholders, participation in the implementation of regional workshops, assistance in media presentations, and cooperation with regard to planning documents. Erika D. Uršič has a computer- and engineering-based education. She has experience in economics, accounting, sales and procurement, and academic and research spheres; she acquired negotiation, computer and analytical skills as well as knowledge and practical skills in user experience and design (UXD).
