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SAI Life Sciences Research Assistant Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 16 Jun 2023

SAI Life Sciences Research Assistant Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Cell based assay question
  • Q2. Enzymatic Assay based questions
  • Q3. Cell Culture related work

Research Assistant Interview Questions & Answers

user image RAJESH KUMAR

posted on 16 Jun 2023

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

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jun 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Normal introduction and background
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Discuss about your work experience and how do you think you are fit for the job.
  • Q2. You have to know all about your previous work experience.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for SAI Life Sciences Research Assistant interview:
  • Your practical work experience
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Tip for the experienced candidates -Negotiate for at least 50% hike.👍

Research Assistant Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies

Q1. How would you manage a lab?
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Q4. What are the jobs a lab manager has to perform?
Q5. Which compound send to hplc and gc and mc

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

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Question asked about basic chemistry, current chemistry, more focus on conversion, NMR data

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Give interview with confidence, try to speak in english

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Aug 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What is the difference between GMP and cGMP?
  • Q2. GMP is good manufacturing practice at the plant and cGMP means current or updated good manufacturing practice at the plant.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Confidence, Communication, and knowledge are the keys to crack any interview. If you have knowledge but don't have the communication skills to convey it then you may not impress your interviewer. If you have communication skills but don't have knowledge of your field then also it is of no use, and of course, you need the confidence to show your true potential.

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Functional group conversions
  • Q2. 1H-NMR values of organic compounds and how you analyze LCMS
  • Ans. 

    Understanding 1H-NMR values of organic compounds and analyzing LCMS involves knowledge of spectroscopy and chromatography techniques.

    • 1H-NMR values provide information about the chemical environment of hydrogen atoms in a molecule.

    • Analyzing LCMS involves separating and detecting ions based on their mass-to-charge ratio.

    • Interpretation of 1H-NMR and LCMS data requires knowledge of organic chemistry and spectroscopy techni...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Learn reaction conditions for functional group conversions and know how to handle pyrophoric and toxic chemicals safely

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in May 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Basic chemistry
  • Q2. Coupling reactions
  • Q3. Anyalytical ,
  • Q4. Spectroscopy like IR ,NMR,UV and mass
  • Q5. Conversation
  • Q6. Oxidation reaction etc

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Over all Basic Chemistry
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement

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 

English ,Aptitude and reasoning

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is chromatography
  • Ans. 

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

    • Chromatography involves a stationary phase and a mobile phase that interact differently with the components of the mixture.

    • The components of the mixture separate based on their affinity for the stationary phase versus the mobile phase.

    • Common types of chromatography include gas chromatography, liquid chromatography...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Dec 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell any name reactions to form new c-c bond without metal catalyst?
  • Q2. If you have to separate acid from a acid-base mixture in liquid state, how will you do that?
  • Ans. 

    To separate acid from an acid-base mixture in liquid state, we can use various methods such as solvent extraction, distillation, or ion exchange.

    • Solvent extraction involves adding a solvent that selectively dissolves the acid, then separating the two layers.

    • Distillation involves heating the mixture to vaporize the acid, then condensing it back into a separate container.

    • Ion exchange involves passing the mixture through ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you are leaving from your current job?
  • Q2. What are your salary expectations?

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Aragen Life Sciences Research Associate interview:
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Synthesis
  • Organic Synthesis
  • Purification techniques
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you are a fresher. You must concentrate on theoretical knowledge and your college practical concepts.
For experienced synthesis department candidates mostly questions will be on your lab practice and some questions on conversions in organic synthesis.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Dec 2022. There were 2 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 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Your resume ,what did you mentioned
  • Q2. Validations ,PCI’s,

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Dec 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Subject question from manager
  • Q2. About chemisety and instruments handling
  • Q3. Instrument troubleshooting
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Packages discussed

SAI Life Sciences Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in SAI Life Sciences Research Assistant interview?
SAI Life Sciences interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the SAI Life Sciences interview process are Resume Shortlist, Technical and HR.
How to prepare for SAI Life Sciences Research Assistant 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 SAI Life Sciences. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at SAI Life Sciences expect are Biotechnology, Chromatography, Clinical Research, Communication Skills and HPLC.
What are the top questions asked in SAI Life Sciences Research Assistant interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the SAI Life Sciences Research Assistant interview -

  1. Enzymatic Assay based questi...read more
  2. Cell based assay quest...read more
  3. Cell Culture related w...read more

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