I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at The Broad Institute (Cambridge, MA) in Feb 2019
Interview
The Broad set up a full day of interviews for me and provided me with a schedule. I was guided to my first interview by what seemed like someone in HR, then each of my interviewers guided me to my next one when our interview was done. The interviews were 30 minutes long. It was an extremely positive, smooth experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
One of the labs I interviewed with had developed a new technology recently, and in one of my interviews with that lab, I was asked how I might apply that technology to better understand a disease. It was a cool question that stood out to me. In general, questions across interviews varied.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at The Broad Institute (Cambridge, MA) in Nov 2025
Interview
First, there was a one way interview where you have to answer 5 questions and you get to retake the videos as many times as you want. Then a screening with the hiring manager, and lastly a 2 and a half hour panel interview where you get to talk to multiple members of the lab.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is a time you had to manage multiple projects with a deadline? How did you meet the deadlines?
I applied online. I interviewed at The Broad Institute (Boston, MA) in Oct 2025
Interview
This was a one-way video interview with no follow-up about next steps or timeline. It was not challenging and allowed for multiple takes, but it felt impersonal and robotic. I did not enjoy the experience or get to ask any questions myself.
It took up to 2 months for the entire process, but it moved very fast and efficiency (4 rounds). I'm impressed by the screening interview with recruiter, very insightful (definitely not asking tons of unnecessary questions, instead heavily focusing on your career goal: Why do you want to join Broad?). The team is very nice and professional. Again, they won't spend time asking things that they aren't looking for; instead they seriously evaluate your technical kills for the position itself and behavior/cultural fit for the whole team. If you are one of their top candidates, you definitely would hear back quickly for the next steps. The timeline is very reasonable overall.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I would love to hear about your career goals. What do you want to pursue and how could Broad help you with?
