Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. They develop decision support software, service, or products. They supply optimal time, cost, or logistics for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. They solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods.

Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. They ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.

Assist scientists, technologists, or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (gis) databases. They also perform some custom application development or provide user support.

Develop quantitative financial products used to inform individuals or financial institutions engaged in saving, lending, investing, borrowing, or managing risk. They investigate methods for financial analysis to create mathematical models used to develop improved analytical tools or advanced financial investment instruments.

Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.

Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.

They prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. They specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.