Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena Interview Questions
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Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Postdoctoral Scholar
Mid Difficult Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation
Interview formats
Technical Presentation Behavioral
This was a direct, lengthy interview focused on my research project. They wanted to delve into my future research ideas and my teaching plans. They also asked about my motivation and connections with relevant institutions.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Tell me about your teaching experience.
- What are your future research prospects?
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
PhD Student
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Presentation Panel Background check Offer
Interview formats
Presentation Behavioral Technical
It was a group panel interview with a Professor, supervisors and a post-doc, conducted over Skype. I had prepared a 12-15 slide presentation to explain my master thesis and other research work, which took 15 mins. After the presentation, they asked questions about my work and also the other questions listed below. Then, they requested my transcripts, thesis copy, and English language test results. I heard back about the outcome in 15-18 days.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you tell me about your work?
- What are your motivations for pursuing research in this particular field?
- What interests you about working in Germany?
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Research Assistant
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Presentation Panel Recruiter call
Interview formats
Presentation Behavioral
First, all candidates had to give a presentation about their previous work, usually their Master's thesis. The presentation was about 20 minutes long with 10 minutes for questions afterwards. The audience included the head of the working group, a post-doc, a student from the group, and the other 7 candidates. After the presentations, everyone had about 20-minute one-on-one interviews with the 'commission' to discuss personal motivations.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Would you be interested in participating in teaching activities?
- Would you be open to learning a foreign language, given that the research area is abroad and literature/maps are sometimes only available in the local language?
- Do you plan to stay in academia or transition to industry in the future?
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Trainee
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
It was very quick, with short questions about previous experience and lab experience. Spoke in English most of the time. I described what kind of skills I gained and developed in my lab.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Could you tell me about your experiences in the lab?
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena Interview Questions
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“Would you be open to learning a foreign language, given that the research area is abroad and literature/maps are sometimes only available in the local language?”
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Read reports →“Would you be interested in participating in teaching activities?”
Read reports →“What research topics are you interested in?”
Read report →“What are your future research prospects?”
Read report →“What interests you about working in Germany?”
Read report →“What are your motivations for pursuing research in this particular field?”
Read report →“Can you introduce yourself?”
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