Operational Researcher Job Descriptions |
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Operational researchers,
also known as management scientists, apply advanced mathematical
and business theory to help businesses and government solve
problems and make better decisions.
As an operational researcher, you might be brought in to improve an organisation’s efficiency, or to provide information for senior managers to use when developing policies and predicting future business trends. You might work alone or in a small team.
Your work would include: · examining a company’s current procedures · observing and interviewing staff · analysing the results using various mathematical, statistical and business theories · deciding how to apply the theory to the client’s business · devising and testing solutions to the problem (often by setting up statistical and computer forecasts and ‘models') · reporting your findings to the client · making recommendations about where changes could be made · Advising managers how to put the changes into practice. Key Skills · excellent mathematical and computer skills · good business knowledge · an organised, methodical and logical approach · the ability to analyse complex information · excellent written and spoken communication skills · good research skills · the ability to explain complex ideas clearly to people who are not experts · a creative approach to problem solving |
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