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Postdoctoral Scientist Interview Questions
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All questions were fair, dealing with technical experience, company knowledge and TA expertise. None of the questions were particularly difficult.
What do you want to do?
With examples the extend to which you have collaborated in research projects other than yours and what you learned in the process
What interested you in the role? Other questions based on the research presentation.
Tell me about a time things didn't go as planned or a project was dropped outside your control and how did you handle that?
In a group meeting, you have a strong opinion contrary to that of a very vocal other party. How do you handle the situation?
Tell me about yourself. Why do you want to work here/leave academia? What ideas do you already have for the postdoc project?
Most questions are reasonable.
What kind of projects would you like to work on?
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