Elisabeth Leduc

Dr. Elisabeth Leduc is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam, and holds affiliations as a candidate fellow at the Tinbergen Institute and a Research Affiliate at IZA. Her research focuses on labor and public policy economics, particularly addressing challenges faced by disadvantaged groups. She earned her PhD from the Université libre de Bruxelles in 2022, specializing in applied economics. In 2024, she received the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship. Her work explores topics such as labor market policies, job search interventions, and the socioeconomic impacts of subsidies.

Her research interests emphasize evidence-based solutions to reduce inequality and improve labor market outcomes. Key areas include analyzing the effects of labor market programs on vulnerable populations, evaluating policy tools like job search monitoring, and studying the role of subsidies in sectors such as domestic services.

Dr. Leduc’s publications highlight the dual focus of her research: advancing theoretical frameworks and providing actionable insights for policymakers. Her recent work addresses critical issues like reskilling initiatives for mismatched jobseekers and the unintended consequences of welfare policies.

• Scientific Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship (2024)
• Grants/Advising: No specific grants or advising roles explicitly mentioned.

Her interdisciplinary approach bridges labor economics, public policy, and social welfare, contributing to both academic discourse and real-world policy design.