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.
  • 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.
  • Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.

  • Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
  • Develop scientific or mathematical models.