How do they match: Operations Research Analysts

  • Office System Analyst
  • Policy Officer

  • 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.

  • 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.
  • Develop business methods and procedures, including accounting systems, file systems, office systems, logistics systems, and production schedules.
  • Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.
  • Study and analyze information about alternative courses of action to determine which plan will offer the best outcomes.

  • 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.
  • Determine appropriate methods for data analysis.
  • Evaluate data quality.