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Macleods Pharmaceuticals Senior Research Scientist Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 18 Sep 2021

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Senior Research Scientist Interview Experiences

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I applied via Mails and was interviewed in Aug 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. As per profile added
  • Q2. Analytical activity performed
  • Ans. 

    As a Senior Research Scientist, I have performed various analytical activities such as data analysis, statistical modeling, and experimental design.

    • Conducted data analysis using statistical software like R and Python

    • Developed statistical models to analyze experimental data

    • Designed experiments to test hypotheses and validate results

    • Performed quality control analysis to ensure accuracy of results

    • Collaborated with cross-f...

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  • Q3. Development activity

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I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Jul 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Reason for job change?
  • Q2. Can you manage team ?
  • Q3. Can you do library synthesis ?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have experience in library synthesis.

    • I have synthesized libraries of small molecules for drug discovery.

    • I have used automated synthesizers to generate diverse compound libraries.

    • I have optimized reaction conditions to improve library synthesis efficiency.

    • I have experience in designing and synthesizing peptide libraries for protein-protein interaction studies.

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Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Presentation of your research work

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Thorough about your research work along with basic chemistry, functional group inter conversions and analytical techniques like H NMR, LCMS, HPLC etc
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basics of chemistry and reactions of chemistry method reeactions basic chemical structures and many things realted to the chemistry

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is oos ?and example of it
  • Ans. 

    OOS stands for Out of Specification. It refers to test results that fall outside the specified limits.

    • OOS results can indicate a potential issue with the testing process or the quality of the product.

    • Examples of OOS include a drug potency test result that is lower than the specified limit or a food sample that exceeds the allowed microbial count.

    • OOS results require investigation to determine the cause and may lead to p

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  • Q2. What is oot what is QMS
  • Ans. 

    Oot stands for out of tolerance and QMS stands for Quality Management System.

    • Oot refers to a situation where a measurement or result falls outside the acceptable range of values.

    • QMS is a set of policies, processes, and procedures implemented by an organization to ensure quality in its products or services.

    • Examples of QMS include ISO 9001 certification and Six Sigma methodologies.

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Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell more about ur subjects u studies in semister
  • Ans. 

    I studied subjects related to biology, chemistry, and data analysis in the semester.

    • Biology: focused on genetics, cell biology, and ecology

    • Chemistry: covered organic and inorganic chemistry principles

    • Data analysis: learned statistical methods and data interpretation

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  • Q2. Tell about ur family
  • Ans. 

    I come from a close-knit family of five, including my parents, older sister, and younger brother.

    • My parents have always been supportive of my education and career choices.

    • My older sister is a doctor, and she inspired me to pursue a career in research.

    • My younger brother is currently studying engineering and we enjoy discussing science and technology together.

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain about how recommendation engine work
  • Ans. 

    Recommendation engines analyze user data to suggest items based on preferences and behavior.

    • Recommendation engines use collaborative filtering to suggest items based on user behavior and preferences.

    • They can also use content-based filtering to recommend items similar to ones the user has liked in the past.

    • Some recommendation engines combine both collaborative and content-based filtering for more accurate suggestions.

    • Ex...

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Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Project details and novelty
  • Q2. Principle of the instruments
  • Ans. 

    Principle of the instruments refers to the underlying theory or mechanism by which the instruments operate.

    • Instruments work based on specific scientific principles or laws

    • Understanding the principle helps in troubleshooting and optimizing instrument performance

    • Examples include spectrophotometry (based on Beer-Lambert law) and chromatography (based on differential partitioning)

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2022. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Current work profile, CTC and expected CTC
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics and principles of instruments handled. Troubleshooting questions, Questions on everything written in CV, technical questions, they try to understand the depth of knowledge you have.
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. In-depth technical questions related to job profile. They will try to understand whether you can fit this job. Difficult troubleshooting questions, behavioural questions.
Round 5 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Again technical questions, troubleshooting questions, they will tell their expectations from a candidate if get selected.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be thorough about everything written in CV,
Don't mention anything on CV that you don't know.
They will go to the basics and logics, so be prepared for all the principles behind your work.
Be prepared for reasoning and troubleshooting questions regarding your work.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

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

Round 1 - Coding Test 

17 questions including mcq, case study, sql coding

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. 10 quiz about ML questions, case study

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Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salf introduction & communication skills
  • Q2. Technical Rounds & Hr Discussion

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Jun 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Details about yourself
Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Discussion related to previous experience

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