How do they match: Operations Research Analysts

  • Business Development Director
  • Research Assistant

  • Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decisionmaking, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, services, or products. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

  • Develop and apply time and cost networks to plan, control, and review large projects.
  • Develop business methods and procedures, including accounting systems, file systems, office systems, logistics systems, and production schedules.
  • Analyze information obtained from management to conceptualize and define operational problems.
  • Collaborate with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives.
  • Design, conduct, and evaluate experimental operational models in cases where models cannot be developed from existing data.
  • Prepare management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions.
  • Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.

  • Develop detailed project plans.
  • Develop scientific or mathematical models.
  • Manage budgets for appropriate resource allocation.
  • Train others on work processes.