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.

  • Break systems into their components, assign numerical values to each component, and examine the mathematical relationships between them.
  • Define data requirements, and gather and validate information, applying judgment and statistical tests.
  • Design, conduct, and evaluate experimental operational models in cases where models cannot be developed from existing data.
  • Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters.
  • 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.

  • Analyze data to identify or resolve operational problems.
  • Analyze data to identify trends or relationships among variables.
  • Analyze project data to determine specifications or requirements.
  • Design computer modeling or simulation programs.
  • Determine appropriate methods for data analysis.
  • Evaluate data quality.
  • Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.