In a competitive business environment where every decision has the potential to make or break the strategic goals and aspirations of an organization, decision makers need reliable and quantifiable information. And, as businesses become more complicated and rely more on technology for their decision-making processes, the most reliable information is often collected and processed using operational and management science. This is why the role of the operations research analyst is so important.

Recruiting an operations research analyst with the right combination of technical expertise and experience will require a comprehensive screening process. This hiring kit from TechRepublic Premium provides an adjustable framework your business can use to find the right person for the job.

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SALARY RANGE

According to Glassdoor, the salary for an operations research analyst in the United States ranges from about $58,000 per year to around $145,000 per year. The average salary is approximately $91,000 per year.

DETERMINING FACTORS, DESIRABLE PERSONALITY TRAITS AND SKILLSETS

The operational research process will require operations research analysts to first identify and understand the problem to be solved or the processes to be improved. Analysts typically collect relevant data from the field and interview stakeholders involved in the business processes being examined. Analysts must show the implications of pursuing different actions and may assist in achieving a consensus on how to proceed.

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