University of Notre Dame Research Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 10 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at University of Notre Dame.
University of Notre Dame
Research Assistant
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I was recruited for a PhD position, which involved a committee process. As an international student, my interview was conducted via Zoom with two people: the program director and a principal investigator I was keen on working with. They inquired about my past research work and what I'm interested in researching.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you describe your research interests?
- Regarding a problem you mentioned in your research experience, how did you approach it?
- What other approaches could you have taken to address that issue?
University of Notre Dame
Research Assistant
Intern Easy Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
I applied online and then one of the professors reached out because they were interested in my application. We had a phone call, and after that, I was offered the fellowship for my PhD studies, which includes working as their research assistant.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you discuss your past research experiences?
University of Notre Dame
Research Assistant
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral
It was a really simple process. I talked to a few professors who asked me stuff about my resume, what I'd done before, and my activities at university. They were really interested and it felt pretty chill and casual sometimes, which made talking easier. I did have to think about some questions about teamwork or what I'd do in certain situations, but it was a really comfortable and not stressful environment.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about a time you had to adjust to a tough situation.
University of Notre Dame Research Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from University of Notre Dame interview reports.
“Can you explain what a "contour problem" is?”
Read reports →“Could you explain your interest in Notre Dame?”
Read reports →“What research ideas are you planning to work on?”
Read reports →“What are your aspirations for the future?”
Read reports →“Can you tell us about your research?”
Read report →“Can you describe your research interests?”
Read report →“What other approaches could you have taken to address that issue?”
Read report →“What makes you want to do this particular research role?”
Read report →“Tell me about a time you had to adjust to a tough situation.”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 10 University of Notre Dame interview reports.