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It was a multi-interview process. The first interview was a general interview with a recruiter. The next interview was with two managers. It lasted an hour, 30 minutes to interview with each manager.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
In your current position did you ever make a mistake? If so how did you react? Describe a challenging situation and how you overcame it?
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at PPD (Middleton, WI)
Interview
First there was a phone interview with recruiter, then an on-site interview. I participated in three one on one sessions with three different group leaders, each session totaling about 30-45 minutes. I was asked several questions in STAR format from each interviewer. The interview wasn't all that bad, but seemed excessive for an entry level position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Name a time you had to make a tough decision without the help of your supervisor? Describe the situation, what you were trying to accomplish, what you did, and what you learned from this...how did your supervisor respond...
I applied online. I interviewed at PPD (Richmond, VA) in Apr 2023
Interview
Very short and easy. Asked a few technical questions and focused on the resume. The interview consisted of two 30 minute sessions. There was one initial interview with the HR department and then a second interview with the mangers of the lab.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q: Explain how you used the skills listed on your resume.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at PPD
Interview
the interview was straight forward and easy. I was asked about my relevant experience (work and school) and they asked questions to gauge my team work skills. I spoke to two separate people, one eventually became my boss
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What challenges have you faced and how did you overcome them?