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Hi, I’m Hélène Van Dyck, a PhD economist specializing in micro and macroeconomics, econometrics, and causal inference. I design and analyze randomized controlled trials, work with large administrative and survey datasets, and publish rigorous research with a focus on practical policy evaluation.
As a freelancer and former postdoc at HEC Lausanne, I teach statistics and econometrics, lead teams on research projects, and apply ML-driven causal methods to public policy questions. I value collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and delivering high-quality results under tight timelines.
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French
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English
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience
Post-Doctoral Researcher / Junior Research Associate at HEC Lausanne
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022Designed, implemented, and analyzed randomized controlled trials in collaboration with Swiss employment agencies. Analyzed large administrative, survey, and behavioral datasets using causal inference techniques. Managed and trained a team of 10; produced final evaluation reports.
Hydraulic Engineer at SCE, Martinique
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010Worked on projects related to river management, flood prevention, and drinking water and wastewater networks.
Hydraulic Engineer at Société du Canal de Provence, Aix-en-Provence
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008Managed irrigation network projects.
Freelance Economist & Public Policy Evaluation Specialist at Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - PresentFreelancing in economics, statistics, and public policy evaluation. Delivering lectures; maintaining an active publication pipeline; developing expertise in ML and causal ML.
Education
PhD in Economics at École Polytechnique, Paris
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012Master's Degree in Economics at Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2007Engineering degree in Hydraulics at ENSEEIHT, Toulouse
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013Qualifications
Valedictorian, Master’s Program in Economics
January 11, 2030 - December 17, 2025Selective preparatory classes
January 11, 2030 - December 17, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Other
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