Thermo Fisher Scientific Manager 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 Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Data Manager
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Recruiter call
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
The interview process involved two rounds. The first round focused on technical and process-related questions, scenario-based questions, and behavioral assessments. They also asked for details about my day-to-day tasks and a thorough explanation of the start-up process. Questions about my motivation for joining the company and reasons for seeking a change were also covered. This was followed by an HR round.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you elaborate on the technical processes involved?
- What is your motivation for joining our company?
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Senior Manager
Senior Average Negative experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview process had two stages. The first was with the hiring manager and the second with the department head. Each lasted 45 minutes and focused on competency-based questions. After the final interview, I followed up after eight weeks and was told it was moving to offer stage. However, the HR contact then informed me that the funding for the role had been reduced and offered 20% less than initially advertised, which I declined.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about a situation where you had to train staff on a technically complex topic.
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Manager
Manager Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
My first interview was with the recruiter and it was pretty bad. They really grilled me on why I was looking to leave and made me feel like a job hopper even though I had been at my last job for over 5 years. It felt like they expected everyone to stay forever. The recruiter seemed surprised I would consider Thermo Fisher when I'd worked at places like Apple and Amazon, and they couldn't understand why I'd want to leave those 'progressive' companies for what they called a 'boring' company, while also expecting me to praise Thermo. I was initially excited about the role, but this interview completely turned me off. The questions felt negative and the whole experience was just weird. I never even got a formal rejection.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Tell me about your reasons for leaving your current job.
- Could you elaborate on your motivations for wanting to leave?
- You've been at your current role for 5 years and are looking for a new challenge; some might consider that a quick transition. Can you explain that?
Thermo Fisher Scientific Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Thermo Fisher Scientific interview reports.
“In terms of changes to the company's Quality policy, how would you go about making sure every employee gets the memo?”
Read reports →“In 5 to 10 years, where do you envision yourself?”
Read reports →“Do you anticipate leaving this role within a few years as well?”
Read reports →“Would you have an issue as a woman managing men with difficult personalities?”
Read reports →“Could you elaborate on your motivations for wanting to leave?”
Read report →“Could you also share some of the history related to the technique or product you'd be working on?”
Read report →“What challenges did you foresee in managing remote employees?”
Read report →“I see there's a gap in your career history. Could you explain that?”
Read report →“Can you share one of your most exciting accomplishments?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 50 Thermo Fisher Scientific interview reports.