Novo Nordisk Scientist Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Novo Nordisk.
Novo Nordisk
Scientist
Mid Easy Positive experience Decline offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Phone screen Background check
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
The interview process involved a screening interview, followed by a technical interview with a team of scientists, and then an HR interview. Everything was pretty straightforward and friendly. Since I interviewed during COVID, the entire process was conducted over Teams. I imagine it would have been in-person after COVID, which would have been nice to get a feel for the workplace.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Could you discuss the scientific work you have conducted?
- Do you think you would be a good culture fit for the team?
Novo Nordisk
Senior Scientist
Senior Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process had 3 rounds. It started with an HR phone call, followed by a meeting with the hiring manager, and then a confirmed panel interview. Unfortunately, the whole team didn't show up on the scheduled interview date. I tried reaching out to HR via phone and email but got no response. Shortly after, I found out through LinkedIn that someone was hired for the same position and location a few days prior. I'm not sure if it's related, but any notification would have been courteous. I dedicated days to preparing slides and content, and even used my PTO for this.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Behavioral and technical questions were asked in the first two rounds.
Novo Nordisk
Chemist
Entry Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Other
It was a good overall experience, the atmosphere was nice and inviting. But they made me do some tough personality and intelligence tests, and then interviewed me about the results. I found it pretty annoying and stressful, and think it could have been avoided.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you tell us about your experience?
- What can you tell us about your personality?
Novo Nordisk Scientist Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Novo Nordisk interview reports.
“What would be your strategy if you were given the freedom to pursue your own idea for drug R&D?”
Read reports →“Do you typically use ready kits/SOPs or design your own protocols/SOPs?”
Read reports →“Can you provide an example of...?”
Read reports →“Regarding the analytical test results, do you see yourself reflected in your scores?”
Read reports →“What is more important to you, individual development or your team?”
Read report →“Could you describe your grant writing experience?”
Read report →“What can you tell us about your personality?”
Read report →“Could you discuss the scientific work you have conducted?”
Read report →“Can you describe an instance where...”
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