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      Principal Scientist Interview

      1 Nov 2025
      Anonymous employee
      Cambridge, MA
      Accepted offer
      Neutral experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Takeda Pharmaceuticals (Cambridge, MA) in Oct 2022

      Interview

      The interview process was straightforward and fully virtual, conducted via Microsoft Teams without any onsite meetings. It began with an initial HR screening, followed by a detailed conversation with the hiring manager. I was then invited to give a virtual presentation on my previous work, after which I had follow-up interviews with senior team members. The process concluded with a formal offer. The experience was efficient, well-coordinated, and professionally managed throughout.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      How many studies you can run in one day?
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      Principal Scientist Interview

      20 May 2022
      Anonymous interview candidate
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Difficult interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at Takeda Pharmaceuticals in Oct 2021

      Interview

      Phone screen with HR, followed by a 40 minute Zoom with HM. Progressed to multiple 30-45 minute interviews over Zoom with other members of the team, including a virtual presentation of my research.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Why are you looking to switch roles? What are your overall career goals?
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