Julie DESOMBRE
Ixelles
Summary
Data Scientist and Economist with extensive experience in public health policy, pharmaceutical economics, and predictive modeling. I specialize in turning complex data into clear, actionable insights to support decision-making at both national and European levels. I have a proven track record of working closely with directors, policymakers, and international organizations to deliver analyses that inform strategy and drive results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Data Analyst and Economist
APB
07.2020 - 02.2026
- Economic analyses of public health policies and pharmaceutical services (e.g., pharmacist consultations, prediabetes testing, vaccination programs) to assess population benefits and public expenditure.
- Evaluation of impacts of various remuneration models on pharmacists, patients, and public budgets.
- Elaboration of predictive models for pharmaceutical demand, expenditure by drug class, guiding policy and budget planning.
- Quarterly reports on disease prevalence and pharmaceutical trends in Belgium.
- Present findings to APB directors and contribute to decision-making processes.
- Represent APB in European (PGEU) and global (WPC, FIP) health policy meetings.
Data Analyst
Bluesquare Hub
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Design and implementation of surveys to evaluate global health programs.
- Data collection, cleaning, integration and analysis to provide insights for health workers worldwide.
- Trainings of customers for data tools and supported adoption of solutions.
- Communication with clients to assess needs and data-driven solutions.
Cash Collection
FCGB
07.2016 - 01.2017
Education
Master - European Economic and Social Political Research
University of Maastricht and Economic School of Louvain
09.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor Degree - Economics and Management
UCL
09.2011 - 06.2014
Skills
- Data analysis, visualization & predictive modelling (SQL, Python, R/Shiny, Power BI, DHIS2, SSMS, Stata, R, Microsoft 365, DHIS2)
- Economic and policy impact assessment
- Communication & presentation to high-level stakeholders
- Teamwork in international, multi-stakeholder environments
- Project management & customer-oriented approach
LANGUAGES
FRENCH Native
ENGLISH Advanced
SPANISH Advanced
DUTCH Intermediary
TRAINING
- Data Science | Technofuturistic Dec 2018 – May 2019
- Spanish Classes | Universidad de la Havana Mar 2017 – Jul 2017
- Theater 2003 – 2021
Timeline
Data Analyst and Economist
APB
07.2020 - 02.2026
Data Analyst
Bluesquare Hub
05.2019 - 06.2020
Cash Collection
FCGB
07.2016 - 01.2017
Master - European Economic and Social Political Research
University of Maastricht and Economic School of Louvain
09.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor Degree - Economics and Management
UCL
09.2011 - 06.2014