I applied online. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at Thermo Fisher Scientific (Philadelphia, PA) in May 2010
Interview
Typical large corporation process where applicants are screened by some clerk. Probably many valuable potential candidates get eliminated here. If you get past this stage the process is efficient and effective.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Typical questions. No difficult or unexpected questions.
I had a screening interview shortly after submitting the application. The call went well, the recruiter indicated that I am well aligned with the role and that the would like to move quickly with the application so I can expect a relatively fast process. At this point I have been waiting for any feedback for 1.5 months and have not even received an automated rejection email.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
General questions about background and specific tools, techniques I have experience with
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Interview
One interview with HR and one interview with hiring manager, was a pretty short process, it was one whole day at their office for everything and then I received an offer a couple weeks later.
I interviewed at Thermo Fisher Scientific (Waltham, MA)
Interview
Multiple interviews you need to go through but with standard questions. Interviewers were very nice and easy to talk to. Be able to discuss the current work you are doing and your attributes