Research Assistant & Data Analyst & M&E Specialist & System Designer

Mehmethan Erduran

Analytically minded Research Assistant, Data Analyst and M&E Specialist with a proven track record of extracting actionable insights from complex datasets. Skilled in Python, R Statistical Analysis, SQL, Power BI, data visualisation, and programme evaluation to drive evidence-based decision making. Monitored many humanitarian projects.

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İzmir, Türkiye

Publications

Book Chapter • 2025

Ethical and Legal Implications of AI-Driven MIS Solutions

Cite as (APA 7)

Erduran, M. (2025). Ethical and legal implications of AI-driven MIS solutions. In A. G. Yüksek & O. Kaynar (Eds.), Information technologies in managerial decision-making: Foundations and application (pp. 283–306). Livre de Lyon. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18039480

AI Ethics Management Information Systems Algorithmic Bias Accountability Explainable AI AI Regulations Data Privacy Human Autonomy AI Liability Intellectual Property

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Experience

Research Assistant – Management Information Systems

Izmir Democracy University • İzmir, Türkiye

May 2025 – Present

Supporting research activities in Management Information Systems.
Contributing to data-driven academic and institutional projects.

Freelance System Designer

Ixora Cosmetics • Remote

Mar 2024 – May 2025

Designed a MySQL-based database and cleaned 15 years of historical records.
Built a system for distributors to manage customers, inventory, real-time sales, returns, and orders.
Developed an Azure-based management panel and automated data flows with sales apps.
Created a data strategy compliant with KVKK (Turkish GDPR).

Third-Party Monitoring Specialist

International Advisory Products and Systems (i-APS) • Remote

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023

Prepared monitoring reports with corrective action recommendations.
Coordinated with project stakeholders and Turkish partners.
Analysed large datasets with MySQL.
Developed multi-sectoral monitoring tools for Northwestern Syria.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer

Support to Life (Hayata Destek Derneği) • Mersin, Türkiye

Sep 2019 – Dec 2022

Focal reporting officer for an ECHO protection project.
Designed and implemented M&E frameworks.
Produced analytic reports to inform programme improvements.
Led surveys, needs assessments and focus group discussions.

Teaching Assistant

Bilkent University • Ankara, Türkiye

Jan 2016 – Jan 2019

Trained students on Microsoft Office programmes.
Mentored new students.
Redesigned course structure to improve effectiveness.

Education

MSc in Management Information Systems

Izmir Democracy University • İzmir, Türkiye

2025 – Present

GPA: 4.0

MSc in Management Information Systems

Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University • Ankara, Türkiye

2024 – 2025

GPA: 4.0

BA in Political Science and Public Administration

Bilkent University • Ankara, Türkiye

Jan 2019

Comprehensive Scholarship, GPA: 3.67, Magna Cum Laude

Minor in Economics

Bilkent University • Ankara, Türkiye

Jan 2019

Erasmus Student

Leiden University • Leiden, The Netherlands

Jan 2018

Skills

Technical Skills

Python R Language SQL / MySQL Microsoft Power BI SPSS Kobo Toolbox

Domain Expertise

Dashboard & Database Design Data Analysis & Visualisation Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E / MEAL) Project Preparation and Reporting

Languages

Turkish – Native English – Advanced

Academic Projects

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Software Projects

akdenizsup.com.tr

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Professional website for watersports company with booking system integration.

HTML/CSS JavaScript Python SEO

fizyoterapisthazaloguz.com.tr

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Professional portfolio website for physiotherapist with appointment system.

HTML/CSS JavaScript Python SEO

newbermimarlik.com

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Architecture firm website showcasing portfolio and services.

HTML/CSS JavaScript Python SEO Responsive Design

ikizlerkurutemizleme.com

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Dry cleaning service website with service catalog and contact system.

HTML/CSS JavaScript Python SEO

core.ixora.com.tr

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Custom management system for cosmetics company with inventory tracking.

MySQL Python JavaScript Azure

mdsa-journal.org

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Academic journal website with submission and review system.

OJS PHP MySQL HTML/CSS Python

lovebody.com.tr

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Digital menu design and management system for a restaurant.

Python CSS HTML JavaScript

yildirimhukukvedanismanlik.com.tr

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Law firm website.

Python CSS HTML JavaScript