I applied through college or university. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Columbia University (New York, NY) in Feb 2013
Interview
First you send an email of interest with any documentation that you think is appropriate. You then meet with the professor that you will working with. Interview format
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Research skills.
Ability to work with technology.
Schedule that you have available
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