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Basically, in academia there were three people that I would be working with in the same room. They asked me to give them a presentation about the work I had done, I guess they wanted to see the "scientific" thinking I achieved (if any :lol;). During the presentation and also afterwards there were questions about the work presented. After the presentation-related stuff was done, they started asking questions about technical stuff regarding the position itself, e.g. the techniques I'm familiar with and also testing whether my knowledge is convenient for the position. I believe one of the main focuses was whether I had conducted other people's research. I'd say another of the main concerns of the interviewers is to assess whether the candidate is able to perform independent research. Of course, they don't want another PhD student
They also asked if I have experience working in a multicultural environment. To be honest I would say I didn't do too bad, but I didn't do great either. It was the first online interview I've ever had. All of them were friendly and the questions were always clear. One thing I do during interviews is try to be as honest as I possibly can. If they ask something and I don't know it, I don't really see the point in trying to make something up. Besides, I would like to think there is no person in the world that knows everything
Anyway, I hope this helps other members of Bioforum
and as I normally finish first emails "Should you require any further information please do not hesitate in contacting me" Cheers guys!
tj, phd
