I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Springer Nature
Interview
Three rounds of interviews, with HR, team leads and overall lead, plus an assignment to complete before the third interview round. The interviewers asked standard questions and were all very professional and friendly. The assignment was timed and focused on tasks related to the role such as prioritization, email writing and the evaluation of a submission.
Applied the online through the workday platform. In the system, submit the assignment according the JD, which should discuss a recent paper which excites you in your field, and CV along with a cover letter including your background and motivation for the position.
1. Interview with HR:
talking about your motivation, your research background, current salary and location. How do you know this job and why do you want to do this. Introduction about this job to you.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What personality traits do you possess that are suitable for this job?
1. Hr call-30mins, talk about salary/location etc.; 2. manuscript assessment, you need to assess two manuscripts at 1h; 3. Editorial interview - 1h manuscript assessment, 1h discussion, 1h behavioural questions
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What do you think that can be improved for the journal?