I applied online. I interviewed at Catalent Pharma
Interview
Very friendly in initial screening process. Technical interview requires serious thought on processing standards in industry. Come prepared with background of upstream and downstream processing details relating to cell culture and viral transfection.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are upstream processing methods that you have expericence using in academia or industry?
Completed a two-stage interview process consisting of an initial HR pre-screen phone interview to review qualifications and fit, followed by an in-person interview with the hiring manager to discuss technical experience, role expectations, and alignment with site needs.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The manager asked about my familiarity with Six Sigma.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Catalent Pharma (Baltimore, MD) in Mar 2025
Interview
The hr interview was an open first round interview. Very brief, but a screen for a second round interview also with HR, that was significantly longer. Transparent throughout the process and respectful of scheduling.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked about a general explanation of my scientific background.
I applied through a staffing agency. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Catalent Pharma (Gaithersburg, MD) in Feb 2025
Interview
As a contractor, I was first interviewed by my agency. About a month later, they arranged a formal interview with the client company. The company was highly accommodating, offering flexibility to align with my tight schedule; I was even able to complete the interview during my lunch break. One to two weeks later, I received feedback from my agency
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
One most important question was to talk about my background and work experience
