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SAI Life Sciences Senior Research Associate Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 4 Jan 2023

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Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 4 Jan 2023

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

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jul 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Some of the C- C bond formation reactions
  • Ans. 

    C-C bond formation reactions involve the creation of a covalent bond between two carbon atoms.

    • Cross-coupling reactions, such as the Suzuki-Miyaura reaction, involve the coupling of two carbon-containing molecules using a metal catalyst.

    • Alkylation reactions involve the addition of an alkyl group to a carbon atom, forming a new C-C bond.

    • Aldol condensation reactions involve the formation of a new C-C bond between the alph...

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  • Q2. Reagents used for the functional groups interconversions
  • Ans. 

    Reagents are used for interconversions of functional groups in organic synthesis.

    • Reagents are used to convert one functional group to another in organic synthesis.

    • Examples include Grignard reagents, reducing agents like LiAlH4, and oxidizing agents like KMnO4.

    • Reagents can also be used to protect functional groups during synthesis.

    • Common protecting groups include TBDMS for alcohols and Boc for amines.

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go through the subject and have some technical knowledge for facing everything. Be responsible and confident for your role at the time of interview

Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 6 Mar 2022

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic Question from spectroscopy, And advance levels nmr
    • Add your answer
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
    • Add your answer
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Share details of your previous job.
    • Add your answer
Round 5 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. What is your family background?
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Clam ,not hesitate, confidentially answer of your questions without hesitate

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Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 10 May 2021

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. I inquired about job description?
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - My interview was a technical which about 40 minutes. The interviewer wanted to test on my subject and communication skills. Most of the questions on my Ph.D thesis i.e organic synthesis related. Luckily i answered most of the questions correctly. You need to stay calm and should apply presence of mind. Before attending the interview, Please go through the job descriptions word by word and thoroughly prepare your subject.

Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 4 Nov 2021

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. All questions regarding my previous projects and troubleshooting techniques
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared on your projects handled and situations where you handled pressure in a productive way.

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Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

Aragen Life Sciences user image Anonymous

posted on 3 Jan 2025

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

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the concept of a (NOE), and can you provide an example to illustrate it?
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. How can you differentiate between cis and trans isomers using proton Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy?
    • Add your answer
  • Q3. How can both the product and the partially consumed starting material be separated in an ester hydrolysis reaction?
    • Add your answer
  • Q4. What is the workup procedure for LAH (Lithium Aluminum Hydride) reduction?
    • Add your answer
  • Q5. How do you quench a small batch palladium-carbon (Pd-C) reaction?
    • Add your answer
  • Q6. Why is it necessary to degas palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions?
    • Add your answer
  • Q7. What is the LCMS pattern of the chloro compound, and what is the reason for its appearance?
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Possess a strong understanding of NMR, LCMS, stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms.

Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

Syngene International user image Nidhi Shukla

posted on 12 Nov 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About cell culture techniques
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Technical knowledge
    • Add your answer
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salary expectation
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Salary negotiation
    • Add your answer

Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

Aragen Life Sciences user image Anonymous

posted on 28 Jan 2025

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

I was interviewed before Jan 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self Introduction
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Reaction conversion
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Reaction conversion and name reactions

Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

Syngene International user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Nov 2024

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

Chemistry trouble shooting

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Syngene is a great place to work and more flexible

Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

Aragen Life Sciences user image Anonymous

posted on 22 Dec 2022

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jun 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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. Tell me about yourself. What are your technical skills? Conversions of aromatic compounds. What types of Organometallic reactions have you handled? Give examples in conditions you have performed. How to pu...
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Why should I hire you?
    • Add your answer
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about youself. What is your current organization?How many years you are working there? Why are you looking for job change? Tell me about your family.
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for both technical as well as HR round. Try to negotiate for better salary.

Senior Research Associate Interview Questions & Answers

Syngene International user image Anonymous

posted on 5 Jul 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. All the analytical methods
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Talk about Q2R1
  • Ans. 

    Q2R1 is a research project focused on analyzing the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity.

    • Q2R1 involves collecting data on weather patterns, crop yields, and soil quality.

    • The research aims to identify trends and patterns in agricultural productivity in relation to climate change.

    • Researchers may use statistical models and data visualization techniques to analyze the data.

    • The findings of Q2R1 could inform...

    • Answered by AI
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salary negotiations
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Why i want to join syngene?
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Overall very good experience.

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How many rounds are there in SAI Life Sciences Senior Research Associate interview?
SAI Life Sciences interview process usually has 3-4 rounds. The most common rounds in the SAI Life Sciences interview process are HR, Resume Shortlist and Technical.
How to prepare for SAI Life Sciences Senior Research Associate 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 FRD, Formulation and Formulation Development.
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