I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Boston University (Boston, MA) in Sept 2013
Interview
Easy questions, straight forward. They basically asked about my background, education and 5 year/ 10 year plan. They mostly talked to me about the lab, science and research and gave me a tour of the facilities. I met with the physician, nurse and manager. I also spoke with students in the lab while i waited in between interviews.
Initial round with research staff breaking down technical skills and case study questions regarding research methodology and domain-specific knowledge, then another round with the lead researcher more on values and fit and understanding of commitment.
The interview process was very positive and well-structured. It began with an initial greeting, followed by several one-on-one conversations. I found that the PIs were all very friendly, approachable, and genuinely interested in my research background. They focused on both technical skills and cultural fit, making the entire experience feel more like a professional dialogue than a high-pressure interrogation.
The interview process is relatively straightforward. Just typical calls with behavioral questions, coding tasks as well as explaining your resume and methodology through some problems. Overall a great experience, if you are a student it should be very easy!
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why this project? Walk me through your favorite paper