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When looking for a research assistant position, you can expect to be interviewed about your education in the field of research you are applying to, your clerical skills, and your ability to work independently under tight time constraints. The interview and job expectations as a research assistant will depend largely on the scientific field you intend to research, so be sure to look into the expectations of the professors or other senior level researchers you may end up working under.

Top Research Assistant Interview Questions & How to Answer

Question 1

Question #1: Tell us about your research interests.

How to answer
How to answer: The interviewer may want to envision how you would fit into their current projects. Speak about your field of study. You can use this question to highlight your passion for the field. It might also benefit you to mention that you are open to working on any project.
Question 2

Question #2: Describe your computer experience.

How to answer
How to answer: Computer skills are vital in research. Be sure to tailor your response to the job responsibilities. Describe how you have used computers for research in the past. You might mention tasks like searching databases or performing analysis.
Question 3

Question #3: Do you have experience seeking funding?

How to answer
How to answer: Funding is an essential step in many research projects. Highlight any past experience you have, and mention specific methods you have used, like applying for grants or making presentations requesting funding. If you don't have experience, highlight your eagerness and ability to learn.

14,381 research assistant interview questions shared by candidates

Many, many questions. One question was why I had about a four month gap in work history. I answered the question honestly- that I had lost a pregnancy in my second trimester and needed time to recover. Interviewer did not like that answer. Also, they expected me to work long hours and required a master's, but then seemed put off that I didn't want a PhD.
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Interviewed at UCLA

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Feb 19, 2015

Many, many questions. One question was why I had about a four month gap in work history. I answered the question honestly- that I had lost a pregnancy in my second trimester and needed time to recover. Interviewer did not like that answer. Also, they expected me to work long hours and required a master's, but then seemed put off that I didn't want a PhD.

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