1. Description of how all the different departments function individually and then as a whole.
2. How the open position fits into the functionality of the lab.
3. What drives the lab to be successful and how to be a successful candidate.
4. Ask if interviewee has any questions before continuing.
5. Interview questions
6. Review of schedule/availability, pay rate, benefits.
7. Tour of lab
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What do you know about SGS?
Given background information on how the lab functions, what skills do you offer that make you a strong candidate for the position?
I applied online. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at SGS in Feb 2023
Interview
The Interviewer made me feel comfortable. He gave me time to think and respond. He was open and honest about the job and its requirements. He was also friendly and told me a bit about himself and the company.
Sat down with two managers for about half an hour . They were very straightforward and direct about the job and it’s expectations. Very much emphasizes that the tasks were mundane and repetitive.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If I was around someone who was always negative and vocal about not liking working there, how would I handle it.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at SGS (Sioux City, IA) in Mar 2022
Interview
It was semi structured. I was brought to a conference room to be interviewed by two managers who sat me down and had a list of questions to get through, but also maintained a conversation.
Afterwards, I was given a short tour around the lab and was also given the opportunity to ask questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is your proudest achievement?
Tell us about yourself.
What would you do if your coworker isn’t pulling their weight around?
What are your 3 greatest strengths?
What does the word ‘aseptic’ mean?
Are you familiar with pipetting?
How much water is there in 1 gram?