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BostonGene
Senior Consultant
Senior Difficult Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
I had a disorganized and unprofessional interview experience for a senior commercial role. It wasn't what I expected for a senior level. The interview felt more like an interrogation than a conversation, and I didn't get much chance to talk. When I asked about things like KPIs, how I'd be measured, and what success looks like early on, they just kept changing the subject instead of giving me straight answers. So, I still don't really know how performance is actually tracked there. One interviewer was checked out, even turned their camera off mid-chat and cut the interview short without saying why. It felt rude and like they didn't care, especially for a leadership position. It made me wonder about how things work internally, communication, and how they treat candidates and maybe even employees. They should make the process more structured and clear. Senior people need to know what's expected, and interviews should be respectful and professional.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you tell me about the Key Performance Indicators for this position?
- What are the expected performance standards for this role?
- Could you describe what success looks like in the first half-year in this role?
BostonGene
Java Software Developer
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Technical screen
Interview formats
Technical Coding
The interview was okay. The Tech-lead asked core Java questions, like how HashMap works, but seemed unaware of the details and couldn't follow the candidate's explanation, leading to a confusing discussion. A negative point was the interviewer's reaction when the candidate couldn't understand a question (due to technical issues, unclear phrasing, or unfamiliarity) and tried to ask for clarification; they responded by saying, 'Okay, let's start with easy things,' which was very demotivating. On the plus side, they were friendly and cool if that's important to you.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Tell me about the internal workings of HashMap.
- Can you answer some in-depth and basic questions about databases, specifically PostgreSQL?
- What are some core Java concepts you know?
BostonGene
Data Analyst
Senior Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Coding Behavioral
The interview was a 3-stage process. First, I had a call that was more like a chat to get to know each other. They talked about the company and role, and I talked about my background. There were a few easy programming questions. Then, I had a take-home assignment that involved programming and molecular biology/oncology stuff, which was tough but interesting. It tested my technical skills and ability to solve science problems. The last part was a one-on-one with the VP where I discussed my take-home assignment answers and my career goals and how they fit with the company. The VP was easy to talk to. It was a good experience, and each step felt like it was designed to see if I was a good technical and cultural fit.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you explain how PARP inhibitors work and name some drugs that fall into this class? Also, what drugs are advised against co-administration with olaparib based on FDA guidelines? Lastly, please detail the PARP family proteins, their cellular roles, or indicate if any functions are currently unknown.
BostonGene
Manager
Manager Average Negative experience No offer 7 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite Panel Group Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Coding System Design Case Presentation Group Other
After 7 rounds of interviews, I was left hanging with no proper rejection or closure. I followed up two weeks after the final interview, and they responded by saying that they hadn’t received a decision from management yet. I waited another two weeks and followed up again, only to be completely ignored — my message was seen but left unanswered. There is no official rejection email, no explanation, nothing. After investing so much time and effort across multiple interviews, this kind of treatment is a huge red flag. It's incredibly unprofessional and shows a lack of respect for candidates.
Confirmed questions0 questions
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BostonGene Interview Questions
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“Can you explain how PARP inhibitors work and name some drugs that fall into this class? Also, what drugs are advised against co-administration with olaparib based on FDA guidelines? Lastly, please detail the PARP family proteins, their cellular roles, or indicate if any functions are currently unknown.”
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Read report →“How well can you handle doing multiple things at once?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about the Key Performance Indicators for this position?”
Read report →“Could you describe what success looks like in the first half-year in this role?”
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