Teknova Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 13 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Teknova.
Teknova
Customer Relations Associate
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I applied and was contacted via email by my recruiter Joanne who kept in communication with me the entire process. I was invited for an over the phone interview where we discussed some of my background, role responsibilities, and expectations. The second part of the interview was an in person interview. This part I had with three different individuals within the department I was applying for, (Be prepared dive into your background and some of your accomplishments). After this I was sent an offer letter where I chose to accept. After accepting the position you then are given a date for an orientation where you actually get to start with other people recently hired in the organization and learn important policy and culture information, faces of the organization, the great benefits they have to offer, and of course an introduction your new place of work!
Confirmed questions1 question
- What is something about you that isn't on your resume but I should know?
Teknova
Lab Technician
Entry Easy Negative experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
Horrible process with an unprofessional young lady, did not feel welcomed by staff. Owner was very rude to his employees, I heard him grunt at an employ who said hi to him, very discouraging.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about yourself?
Teknova
QC Chemist
Entry Easy Positive experience Decline offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
So the interview process involved two tests. The first was a 15-minute logic test with some easy matching, addition, and subtraction questions that just required attention to detail. The second was a 20-minute test covering dilutions and a question about PCR, which was pretty basic. After the tests, I had a meeting with the head of HR to discuss the company. Then, I met with the lab manager and the VP of sales. They both asked the same questions, and I got a tour of the facility. During these meetings, they all stressed Teknova's industry-leading fast turnaround times and the pressure to meet or exceed performance goals.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share an example of an improvement you've made in your current role?
Teknova
Lab Technician
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Take home Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
First, I had to take a 20-minute test with math, reading, matching, and writing questions. Then, I interviewed with three people: HR, the director of production, and the VP of sales. After the interview with the second person, I was given a tour of the facility. The environment seemed great and everyone was really friendly. The whole process was pretty easy and went smoothly. The people there spoke highly of the work environment and mentioned the possibility of career growth at Teknova.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- How do you handle stressful situations?
- What makes you want to work at this company?
- Describe a time you had to be creative without assistance.
Teknova Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Teknova interview reports.
“Would you consider yourself a better communicator or a better listener?”
Read reports →“Were the questions difficult?”
Read reports →“Could you share some difficulties you've encountered in protein production?”
Read reports →“What is something about you that isn't on your resume but I should know?”
Read reports →“Describe a time you had to be creative without assistance.”
Read report →“How would you manage several projects simultaneously when a deadline is approaching?”
Read report →“How do you handle stressful situations?”
Read report →“What is your academic background like?”
Read report →“What do you know about our company?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 13 Teknova interview reports.