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Thermo Fisher Scientific Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 26 Jun 2025
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35 Interview questions

A Senior Specialist was asked 1w ago
Q. How do you prioritize conflicting priorities?
Ans. 

I prioritize conflicting tasks by assessing urgency, impact, and aligning with team goals to ensure effective outcomes.

  • Assess urgency: Determine which tasks have immediate deadlines or consequences. For example, if a patient needs urgent care, that takes precedence.

  • Evaluate impact: Consider the potential outcomes of each task. For instance, completing a project that affects multiple departments may be prioritized ...

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A Senior Specialist was asked 1w ago
Q. What process improvements have you made?
Ans. 

Implemented streamlined workflows and enhanced communication to improve efficiency and reduce errors in project delivery.

  • Introduced a project management tool that centralized task assignments, leading to a 30% reduction in project completion time.

  • Developed a standardized reporting template that improved clarity and consistency, reducing the time spent on report generation by 40%.

  • Facilitated regular cross-departmen...

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A Senior Specialist was asked 1w ago
Q. How do you handle stress at work?
Ans. 

Managing stress at work involves proactive strategies, effective communication, and self-care practices to maintain productivity and well-being.

  • Prioritize tasks: Use tools like to-do lists or project management software to organize and prioritize your workload.

  • Take breaks: Implement the Pomodoro technique, working for 25 minutes followed by a 5-minute break to recharge.

  • Practice mindfulness: Engage in short meditat...

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A Software Engineer II was asked 2mo ago
Q. How would you extract all words from a string?
Ans. 

Extracting words from a string involves splitting the string by spaces and punctuation.

  • Use the split() method: 'Hello World'.split() returns ['Hello', 'World'].

  • Regular expressions can be used for more complex cases: re.findall(r'\w+', text) extracts words.

  • Consider edge cases like multiple spaces: ' Hello World '.split() gives ['Hello', 'World'].

  • Trim punctuation if needed: use str.strip() or regex to clean word...

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A Product Owner was asked 5mo ago
Q. How do you manage changing priorities?
Ans. 

I prioritize tasks based on impact, urgency, and stakeholder needs.

  • Regularly communicate with stakeholders to understand changing priorities

  • Use tools like Kanban boards to visualize and prioritize tasks

  • Reevaluate priorities based on impact and urgency

  • Delegate tasks effectively to manage changing priorities

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A Software Engineer was asked 6mo ago
Q. Rotate an array n times with O(1) time complexity.
Ans. 

Use modular arithmetic to efficiently rotate array n times.

  • Use modular arithmetic to calculate the effective number of rotations (n % array length)

  • Reverse the entire array

  • Reverse the first n elements

  • Reverse the remaining elements

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A CTA was asked 6mo ago
Q. How would you develop a tracker for KPIs?
Ans. 

Developing a KPI tracker involves defining metrics, selecting tools, and ensuring data accuracy for effective performance monitoring.

  • Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to your goals, such as sales growth or customer satisfaction.

  • Choose a tracking tool, like Excel, Google Sheets, or specialized software like Tableau or Power BI.

  • Set up a data collection process to ensure accurate and timely input of...

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A Testing Engineer 1 was asked 8mo ago
Q. What have you tested so far?
Ans. 

I have tested various web applications, mobile apps, APIs, and databases.

  • Tested functionality of e-commerce website by creating test cases and executing them.

  • Performed regression testing on mobile banking app after each new release.

  • Conducted API testing using Postman to validate data exchange between systems.

  • Tested database integrity by running SQL queries and verifying results.

An Account Assistant was asked 11mo ago
Q. What would you do if you received an order on hold and a customer is asking to unblock it?
Ans. 

I would review the reason for the hold, communicate with the customer to understand their concerns, and work towards resolving the issue promptly.

  • Review the reason for the hold to understand the situation

  • Communicate with the customer to understand their concerns and reasons for requesting the unblock

  • Evaluate the impact of unblocking the order on hold and assess if it can be processed without any issues

  • Work towards...

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A Software Engineer Level 1 was asked 12mo ago
Q. Guess the output of the code
Ans. 

The code will output 'Hello World!'

  • The code is a simple print statement that outputs 'Hello World!'

  • There are no variables or conditions affecting the output

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Thermo Fisher Scientific Interview Experiences

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Interview Questions & Answers

user image Keerthisri V

posted on 29 Nov 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell us about your work experience
  • Ans. 

    I have 5 years of experience in digital marketing, specializing in website development and optimization.

    • Developed and maintained websites for various clients

    • Implemented SEO strategies to improve website visibility

    • Utilized Google Analytics to track website performance

    • Created and managed online advertising campaigns

    • Collaborated with graphic designers and content creators

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell us a scenario where you suggested to make some improvement on website
  • Ans. 

    I identified key areas for improvement on a client's e-commerce website, enhancing user experience and increasing conversion rates.

    • Conducted a thorough website audit, identifying slow loading times and high bounce rates.

    • Suggested implementing a more intuitive navigation structure, making it easier for users to find products.

    • Recommended optimizing product images and descriptions for better SEO and user engagement.

    • Propos...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How to react to scenarios when you are provided a task which is out of normal workflow
  • Q4. How have you managed and taken responsibility of project.
  • Ans. 

    I have successfully managed multiple digital marketing projects by utilizing effective planning, communication, and analytical skills.

    • Developed a comprehensive project plan for a website redesign, including timelines and deliverables.

    • Coordinated with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment on goals and responsibilities.

    • Implemented a tracking system to monitor project progress and address any issues promptly.

    • Conducte...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Do you have experience in Both touch UI and Classic UI of AEM?
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. How to make video gallery in Brightcove?
  • Q2. Tell us about yourself and why you want to work for Thermo Fisher Scientific
  • Q3. Some Behavioural based questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Thermo Fisher Scientific interview:
  • Adobe experience manager
  • Brightcove
  • Adobe workfront
  • JIRA
  • Project management tool
  • Sharepoint
  • Documentation
  • Agile Methodology
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They mainly focus on how we react to different scenarios in our workplace. Being a product based company behavioural observance is taken more into consideration.

So along with technical knowledge improve on Behavioural based questions.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in Apr 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Exceptions hierarchy , design patterns ( as i was aware ), Jdk jvm , stream api , oops , puzzle , custom exception , static and dynamic binding , how to achive abstraction
  • Q2. React components , use context , how do you handle login at frontend ,
  • Ans. 

    Using React Context for login management allows for centralized state management and easier access to authentication data across components.

    • Create a Context: Use React's createContext to create a context for authentication, e.g., const AuthContext = createContext();

    • Provider Component: Wrap your application with an AuthProvider that holds the login state and provides it to child components.

    • Login Functionality: Implement...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - prepare streams api , java features , how java works
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-

I appeared for an interview in May 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. How do you handle negative feedback?
  • Ans. 

    I view negative feedback as an opportunity for growth and improvement, using it to enhance my skills and performance.

    • Listen actively to the feedback without interrupting, ensuring I fully understand the concerns raised.

    • Reflect on the feedback objectively, assessing its validity and how it aligns with my self-assessment.

    • Seek clarification if needed, asking specific questions to gain deeper insights into the feedback.

    • Dev...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How do you handle difficult colleagues?
  • Ans. 

    I approach difficult colleagues with empathy, open communication, and a focus on collaboration to foster a positive work environment.

    • Listen actively to understand their perspective; for example, if a colleague is resistant to feedback, I ask open-ended questions to uncover their concerns.

    • Maintain professionalism and composure; during a heated discussion, I remain calm and avoid escalating tensions.

    • Seek common ground by...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How to tackle stress at work?
  • Ans. 

    Managing stress at work involves proactive strategies, effective communication, and self-care practices to maintain productivity and well-being.

    • Prioritize tasks: Use tools like to-do lists or project management software to organize and prioritize your workload.

    • Take breaks: Implement the Pomodoro technique, working for 25 minutes followed by a 5-minute break to recharge.

    • Practice mindfulness: Engage in short meditation s...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How do you prioritise conflicting priorities?
  • Ans. 

    I prioritize conflicting tasks by assessing urgency, impact, and aligning with team goals to ensure effective outcomes.

    • Assess urgency: Determine which tasks have immediate deadlines or consequences. For example, if a patient needs urgent care, that takes precedence.

    • Evaluate impact: Consider the potential outcomes of each task. For instance, completing a project that affects multiple departments may be prioritized over ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. How do you provide feedback?
  • Ans. 

    I provide feedback through clear communication, constructive criticism, and a focus on growth and improvement.

    • Use the 'sandwich' method: start with positive feedback, address areas for improvement, and end with encouragement.

    • Be specific: instead of saying 'good job,' say 'your analysis was thorough and well-structured, which helped the team understand the data better.'

    • Encourage two-way communication: ask for the recipi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What are the process improvements that you made?
  • Ans. 

    Implemented streamlined workflows and enhanced communication to improve efficiency and reduce errors in project delivery.

    • Introduced a project management tool that centralized task assignments, leading to a 30% reduction in project completion time.

    • Developed a standardized reporting template that improved clarity and consistency, reducing the time spent on report generation by 40%.

    • Facilitated regular cross-departmental m...

  • Answered by AI

Pharmacist Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 26 Jun 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in May 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Can you tell me about yourself?
  • Q2. What type of job are you seeking?

Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Aviral Bansal

posted on 14 Oct 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How to reverse two numbers without using temp variable
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why do you want to join Thermo Fisher
  • Ans. 

    I want to join Thermo Fisher because of their reputation for innovation and impact in the scientific community.

    • Thermo Fisher is a leader in the scientific research and healthcare industry

    • I am impressed by their commitment to innovation and cutting-edge technology

    • I believe working at Thermo Fisher will provide me with opportunities for professional growth and development

  • Answered by AI

Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 25 Oct 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain us what have you tested so far?
  • Ans. 

    I have tested various web applications, mobile apps, APIs, and databases.

    • Tested functionality of e-commerce website by creating test cases and executing them.

    • Performed regression testing on mobile banking app after each new release.

    • Conducted API testing using Postman to validate data exchange between systems.

    • Tested database integrity by running SQL queries and verifying results.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the difference between defect priority and defect severity?

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions on basics of javascript
  • Q2. Questions on react and redux
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self Introduction, explain about your projects
  • Ans. 

    I am a software engineer with experience in developing web applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Angular.

    • Developed a web application for a retail company using Java and Spring Boot

    • Implemented RESTful APIs for communication between frontend and backend

    • Designed and developed user interfaces using Angular framework

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Rotate an array n times with a O(1) time complexity
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self Introduction
  • Q2. What do you know about the company
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What did u learn in your university module(advanced digital system)?
  • Ans. 

    I learned about advanced digital systems in my university module.

    • Studied complex digital circuits and systems

    • Learned about advanced digital signal processing techniques

    • Explored topics such as FPGA programming and VHDL design

    • Practiced designing and implementing digital systems

    • Gained hands-on experience with hardware description languages

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Describe your previous company process
  • Ans. 

    My previous company had a well-structured process with clear guidelines and procedures in place.

    • Implemented lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency

    • Utilized Six Sigma methodologies for quality control

    • Regularly conducted process audits to identify areas for improvement

  • Answered by AI

Lead Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 13 Jul 2024

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q2. Why do you want to leave your old company?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be careful and clarity the work arrangements and schedules in written on a seperate email from HR team before you resign old place. The work culture here is informed by a lot of employees as very toxic and informal.

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How many rounds are there in Thermo Fisher Scientific interview?
Thermo Fisher Scientific interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Thermo Fisher Scientific interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and HR.
How to prepare for Thermo Fisher Scientific 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 Thermo Fisher Scientific. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Thermo Fisher Scientific expect are Analytical Chemistry, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Healthcare and Project Management.
What are the top questions asked in Thermo Fisher Scientific interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Thermo Fisher Scientific interview -

  1. Explain control statements? It is used to control the flow of execution of the ...read more
  2. Do you have experience in Both touch UI and Classic UI of A...read more
  3. This was a short telephonic round with HR and the questions they asked were: W...read more
What are the most common questions asked in Thermo Fisher Scientific HR round?

The most common HR questions asked in Thermo Fisher Scientific interview are -

  1. Why are you looking for a chan...read more
  2. What are your strengths and weakness...read more
  3. Where do you see yourself in 5 yea...read more
How long is the Thermo Fisher Scientific interview process?

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

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