How do they match: Operations Research Analysts

  • 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.

  • Design, conduct, and evaluate experimental operational models in cases where models cannot be developed from existing data.
  • Educate staff in the use of mathematical models.
  • Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters.
  • Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy, and reformulate models, as necessary.
  • Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.
  • Specify manipulative or computational methods to be applied to models.

  • Design computer modeling or simulation programs.
  • Develop scientific or mathematical models.