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GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 4 Apr 2025

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Jul 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Immunology, pharmacology
  • Q2. Pharmacokinetics, respiratory
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. PLS regulations and definitions
  • Q2. Personal questions, past work history
Round 4 - Assignment 

Writing a PLS including study design

Medical Writer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. How many phases are there in clinical trial and explain them in brief.
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I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Nothing all fixed

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Already decided whom to take as just show off

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Regional Business Manager interview:
  • Buttering
  • Boss management
  • Politics
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do not join this company for career just join to use name and move on

Regional Business Manager Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. How you handle key account smoothly?
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Easy and good. Included aptitude questions also.

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What Location is preferred
  • Ans. 

    I am open to any location that offers a challenging work environment and opportunities for growth.

    • Open to relocation for the right opportunity

    • Prefer locations with a strong tech industry presence

    • Interested in locations with a good work-life balance

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Joining date, salary etc.

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Q1. What Location is preferred
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Nov 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

20 questions need to be completed within the timeline

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Subject oriented
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussions and company norms

Medical Representative Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Explain Mechanism of action of certain drug's? Check out which Drug's are related Example Cardiac drug or Diabetes
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I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Dec 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

Complex mathematical problems utilities logical reasoning

  • Q1. How do you hold yourself and others accountable to stated goals/deliverables?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Active listening good communication give the answer in a few words

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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Ans. 

    I am open to discussing salary based on the responsibilities and expectations of the role.

    • I believe that compensation should be fair and competitive within the industry.

    • I am more interested in the overall package, including benefits and opportunities for growth.

    • I am open to negotiation and would like to learn more about the company's compensation structure.

    • I am confident that my skills and experience align with the req...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    I am an experienced HR professional with a strong background in HR operations.

    • Over 5 years of experience in HR operations

    • Proficient in HRIS systems and data management

    • Managed employee onboarding and offboarding processes

    • Implemented and improved HR policies and procedures

    • Handled employee relations and conflict resolution

    • Led HR projects such as performance management and talent acquisition

    • Strong communication and interpe

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - nothing to say in this case because i am interview stage

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I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There were 6 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions on String manipulation
  • Q2. Questions on Spark and Spark Admin
Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions on Cloud platform.
  • Q2. Questions on debugging spark code
  • Q3. Questions on spark code optimisation
Round 3 - Case Study 

Build a pipeline for a website to collect per click information from customers.

Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Cloud infrastructure
Round 5 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Database like snowflake, Oracle
Round 6 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities in a dynamic and innovative environment.

    • Looking for a change to expand my skill set and knowledge

    • Seeking new challenges and opportunities for growth

    • Want to work in a dynamic and innovative environment

    • Desire to contribute to a different organization's success

    • Looking for a better work-life balance

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Share details of your previous job.
  • Ans. 

    I was responsible for managing a team of data engineers and overseeing data engineering projects.

    • Managed a team of data engineers

    • Oversaw data engineering projects

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scope

    • Designed and implemented data pipelines and ETL processes

    • Optimized data storage and retrieval for efficient data processing

    • Ensured data quality and integrity through data v...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are your salary expectations?
  • Ans. 

    I would expect a competitive salary based on my experience and the responsibilities of the role.

    • I would expect a salary that is commensurate with my skills and experience in data engineering.

    • I would consider factors such as the size and location of the company, as well as the industry standards.

    • I am open to discussing the salary range and would like to know more about the benefits and growth opportunities.

    • I believe in ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don’t give excuses answer if you don’t know the answer.
People like the willingness for learning new technologies. And do not restrict your self with just one technology and show eagerness to learn.

Data Engineering Manager Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Data Modeling - Design a model to give incentives by defining KPIs for Food Delivery Boys?
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HR Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 28 Jan 2022

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jul 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Why do you want to join Tesco
  • Ans. 

    I want to join Tesco because of its strong reputation, commitment to employee development, and opportunities for growth.

    • Tesco has a strong reputation in the retail industry, known for its high-quality products and excellent customer service.

    • I am impressed by Tesco's commitment to employee development and training programs, which will allow me to enhance my skills and grow professionally.

    • Tesco offers a wide range of car...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Talk about critical projects you have led
  • Ans. 

    Led critical projects in HR

    • Implemented a new performance management system across the organization, resulting in improved employee engagement and productivity

    • Managed the implementation of a new HRIS system, streamlining HR processes and reducing administrative tasks

    • Led a company-wide diversity and inclusion initiative, resulting in increased diversity in the workforce and improved employee satisfaction

    • Developed and exe...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Talk about TESCO values & culture
  • Ans. 

    TESCO values & culture promote customer focus, teamwork, and innovation.

    • Customer focus: TESCO aims to understand and meet customer needs through personalized experiences.

    • Teamwork: TESCO encourages collaboration and supports employees in working together towards common goals.

    • Innovation: TESCO fosters a culture of continuous improvement and embraces new ideas and technologies.

    • Example: TESCO introduced self-checkout syste...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read the annual report of the company. It will give a good idea about the company.

HR Manager Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Can you explain the meaning of performance Management as stated in your CV
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Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 17 Jun 2021

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in May 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself ?
  • Ans. 

    I am a junior programmer with experience in SAS programming.

    • I have a strong understanding of SAS programming language.

    • I have completed several projects using SAS for data analysis and reporting.

    • I am familiar with data manipulation techniques in SAS, such as merging datasets and creating variables.

    • I have experience in writing efficient and optimized SAS code.

    • I am a quick learner and always eager to expand my programming

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What do you understand by learning and the various ways you can think of learning something ?
  • Ans. 

    Learning is the process of acquiring knowledge or skills through study, experience, or teaching.

    • Learning involves acquiring knowledge or skills.

    • It can be achieved through study, experience, or teaching.

    • Different ways of learning include reading, practicing, observing, and experimenting.

    • Learning can be formal (e.g., attending classes) or informal (e.g., self-study).

    • Learning can be active (e.g., hands-on activities) or p

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What do you understand by clinical trials ?
  • Q4. What do you know about packages in R ?
  • Ans. 

    Packages in R are collections of functions, data, and documentation that extend the capabilities of R.

    • Packages are used to organize and distribute code in R.

    • They provide a way to share and reuse code.

    • Packages can be installed from CRAN (Comprehensive R Archive Network) or other sources.

    • Once installed, packages need to be loaded into the R session using the 'library()' function.

    • Packages often come with documentation and...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What Do you know about 'JOINS' in MYSQL
  • Ans. 

    Joins in MySQL are used to combine rows from two or more tables based on a related column between them.

    • Joins are used to retrieve data from multiple tables in a single query.

    • Common types of joins include INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN, and FULL JOIN.

    • Joins are performed based on matching values in the specified columns.

    • The ON keyword is used to specify the join condition.

    • Joins can be used to fetch related data from d

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. About your achievements in career
  • Q7. Why do you want to join GSK
  • Q8. Aptitude and reasoning questions

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user image Anonymous

posted on 26 Oct 2022

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Oct 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic clinical trial questions. Basic Statistics. Experience on project.
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic strength and weekness , pressure questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Work life balance but doesn't encourage permanent wfh at any instance.

Statistician Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Have you work on designing work book for MBBS, MPH, nursing students.
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GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals interview?
GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals interview process are One-on-one Round, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals expect are Procurement, Healthcare, Recruitment, Pharma and Oncology.
What are the top questions asked in GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals interview?

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How long is the GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals interview process?

The duration of GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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