Technology
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.
Median salary
$91,290
Typical range
$54k – $159k
Job outlook
+22% (much faster than average)
AI exposure
Plan a path to Operations Research Analysts
Education
Typical entry: Master's degree
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Operations Research Analysts Intern
Internship
$36,000
~4 mos to advance
Junior Operations Research Analysts
Entry / Junior
$53,910
~2 yrs to advance
Operations Research Analysts
Established
$91,290
~3 yrs to advance
Senior Operations Research Analysts
Senior
$125,285
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Key skills
A typical day
- •Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.
- •Define data requirements, and gather and validate information, applying judgment and statistical tests.
- •Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy, and reformulate models, as necessary.
- •Prepare management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions.
- •Collaborate with others in the organization to ensure successful implementation of chosen problem solutions.
Fields of study
Any field
Top colleges for Technology
Explore all- Massachusetts Institute of Technology4% admit · $124,000 grad pay
- Stanford University4% admit · $122,000 grad pay
- Carnegie Mellon University11% admit · $109,000 grad pay
- University of California, Berkeley11% admit · $97,000 grad pay
- Georgia Institute of Technology16% admit · $99,000 grad pay
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