Most questions from the PIs are science related to what I presented which were fine. They also have a list of behavioural questions such as how to deal with hypothetical conflicts etc. which are kind of standard in most interviews. Afterward the HR person asked about pass salary and expectation in front of both PIs and said things along the line that they will hire third party company to run a background check on me, which I find a bit uncomfortable.
The HR director, Joe Swanson, called me into his office and asked me these questions, and wrote while I responded. Why are you the best candidate for this job? What experience do you have that relates to this job? What is your best quality? What is your biggest weakness? What did you dislike about your last job that you hope is different here? What type of person do you dislike working with? What has been your biggest achievement at work? Do you have any near-future goals? There were others, but the questions were all similar. After this first interview, the lab supervisor came and got me, and we went to the lab. He showed me around, then we sat and talked for about 30 minutes. He asked about my experience in chemistry, and we spent the rest of the time talking about the day to day operations there. I asked when the final decision would be made, and he said 3 or 4 weeks. I never heard back, even though I was more than qualified. It wasn't an ideal job, so no big deal.
How to ensure SOP is met?
Which do you prefer: Cell Bio, Molecular Bio, or Biochemistry? (Then describe whichever one you chose)
Tell me about yourself.
What was my 5 year plan?
What interests you about this job? Why do you love science?
Why do you want this role?
Tell me about a time you made a mistake and what you did after to handle or correct the problem.
I was asked about my experience using various software including Microsoft Package. I was asked about my background and my career vision.
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