I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Columbia University in Feb 2015
Interview
Overall it was a very straightforward phone interview with a professor who asked basic questions regarding my time at school and my research interests. Talked a little bit about what the lab was doing in the process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me a little bit about your past research experience
I interviewed at Columbia University (New York, NY)
Interview
One interview with a panel of three lab workers after a 30 minute phone call. Was a mix of technical questions and my personal interest in the job. Interview for lab based position.
It was a straightforward process and asked mostly background and experience related questions. Be able to share relevant details about your past experiences and how it relates to the role.
Processes are long and very meticulous.series of interviews required. Although for the team I work for is small, I was required to interview with 3 different people plus an extensive and detailed review of my references
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Career goals and how my role would be significant for it