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Updated 11 Oct 2020

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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Sep 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Coupling reaction
  • Q2. Project in msc. Hard and soft acid and base. Spectroscopy

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Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to change the job?
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and opportunities for growth in a different environment.

    • Desire for professional growth and development

    • Seeking new challenges and opportunities

    • Interest in exploring different work environments

    • Looking for a better work-life balance

    • Want to expand skill set and knowledge

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your expectation?
  • Ans. 

    I expect to contribute my research skills and knowledge to the team, learn new techniques, and collaborate on impactful projects.

    • Contribute research skills and knowledge to the team

    • Learn new techniques and methodologies

    • Collaborate on impactful projects with team members

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. We will not be able to give more than 15%
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you prepare presentation?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I can prepare presentations.

    • I have experience creating PowerPoint presentations for research findings.

    • I can effectively communicate complex data and research findings in a clear and concise manner.

    • I am skilled in using visual aids and graphics to enhance the presentation.

    • I am comfortable presenting to both small and large audiences.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Will you work in shifts?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am willing to work in shifts as required for the position of Research Associate.

    • I am flexible and willing to work in shifts to accommodate project needs

    • I understand the importance of meeting deadlines and am willing to adjust my schedule accordingly

    • I have previous experience working in shifts, such as during internships or part-time jobs

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About hplc and use of hplc in biologics
  • Q2. About gmp documents
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salary expectation
  • Q2. When you can join

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and negotiate well
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions related to previous work experience
  • Q2. What was my work profile
  • Q3. Work done by me in previous organization
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at University of Lucknow, Lucknow and was interviewed in May 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself & questions related to resume
  • Ans. My name is.....& this is the anaysis we performed during our college & this was the procedure to perform it.
  • Answered Anonymously
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question related to basic organic chemistry
  • Ans. The answer related to the questions
  • Answered Anonymously

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Review was positive and I took the job

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Analytical method development
  • Q2. Principles of Chromatography
  • Ans. 

    Chromatography is a technique used to separate and analyze mixtures of chemicals based on their physical and chemical properties.

    • Chromatography involves a stationary phase and a mobile phase

    • The stationary phase can be a solid or a liquid, while the mobile phase is typically a liquid or gas

    • Different compounds in the mixture will interact differently with the stationary phase, causing them to separate

    • Examples of chromato...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. ICH guidelines in method development

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on fundamentals and basic of analytical role
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is Buchwald coupling reaction
  • Ans. 

    Buchwald coupling reaction is a palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reaction used in organic synthesis to form carbon-carbon bonds.

    • Involves coupling of an aryl halide with an arylboronic acid in the presence of a palladium catalyst and a base

    • Commonly used in the synthesis of biaryl compounds

    • Named after its discoverer, Stephen L. Buchwald

    • Provides a versatile method for the formation of carbon-carbon bonds in organic mole

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jul 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About past job and experience
  • Q2. Salary discussion and expectations.
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About yourself just common introduction
  • Q2. Technical interview around 30-35 min.
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. For salary negotiation.
  • Q2. When salary was decided ask for joining as soon as possible

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They tried to negotiate your salary more but stay with your expectations i.e. for experienced but freshers can join salary was fix for them
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Protein Purification Techniques
  • Ans. 

    Protein purification techniques involve separating proteins from other cellular components.

    • Different methods include chromatography, electrophoresis, and precipitation.

    • Chromatography can be done using techniques like affinity, ion exchange, and size exclusion.

    • Electrophoresis separates proteins based on charge and size.

    • Precipitation involves adding a reagent to cause proteins to come out of solution.

    • Protein purification...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interviewer’s were kind and humble

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Chemistry related questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I tried to answer each question with example.It was my first offcampus interview,and I think I do pretty well for a fresher.

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