I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Penn State in Jan 2015
Interview
It was 25 minutes phone interview. When they asked for cost to initiate my research, they insisted to know the exact number. Since it is a small college they were looking for someone that needs absolute minimum cost to start his/her research. Let's say someone more into theories rather than exprimental
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q: Why are you interested in this position?
Q: Tell us more about your background?
Q: What kind of facilities you need to start you research?
Full day of meetings with faculty followed by a research presentation and teaching demonstration. Lots of difficult questions, but the faculty was great. Resources for starting up research and scholarship were sparse, which made success difficult.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How do you intend to raise funds to support research activities and mentor graduate students while maintaining a teaching and service load expected of faculty members in today's academic climate?
The interview consisted of a presentation, teaching a sample class, and speaking with current faculty members throughout the afternoon.
It was a nice, streamlined interview process that made me (the candidate) feel welcome
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are good strategies for connecting with undergraduate IST students?
I applied through university. I interviewed at Penn State
Interview
The interview was via online and the connection was not good so can not see my talent and desire to work there. The interview was consisted of 7 committee members via ZOOM.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How to harmonize with others and community and contribute to the society using my research
