How long does it take to get hired at Celera Group?

The hiring process at Celera Group takes an average of 11 days when considering 3 user submitted interviews across all job titles. To compare, the average duration of hiring at similar companies like BlackRock, Inc. is 14 days, Fabricated Software, Inc. is 2 days, and Apple Inc. is 21 days. Candidates applying for Senior Accountant had the quickest hiring process (on average 1 day), whereas Senior Quality Control Analyst roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 25 days).

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Celera Group interview questions

based on 3 ratings - Updated Dec 11, 2015

Average interview difficulty

Mixed interview experience

How others got an interview

33%
Recruiter
Recruiter
33%
Other
Other
33%
In Person
In Person

Interview search

3 interviews

Senior Quality Control Analyst Interview

Dec 11, 2015

Anonymous Interview Candidate

Declined offer

Neutral experience

Average interview

Application

I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Celera Group (Alameda, CA) in Jun 2012

Interview

The interview process consists of multiple panels. I met with individuals from four different departments: Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Development. The day began with a meeting that included all the QC analysts, followed by a one on one with the QC manager. Then I met with the Director of QC, Director of QA, Manufacturing Chemists and Manager. The day ended with an interview with Development scientists.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

Tell me about a time when you had to work with someone you did not get along with or when you experienced a difficult team situation.

1 Answer

Senior Accountant Interview

Nov 30, 2015

Anonymous Interview Candidate

No offer

Neutral experience

Average interview

Application

I applied in-person. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Celera Group (Alameda, CA) in Mar 2011

Interview

Interviewed with 4 separate people - took about 2 1/2 hours - They ended up not filling the position. Asked some technical questions. First interviewed with HR, next interviewed with panel.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

What are your weaknesses? What are your strengths? Some detailed technical questions.

Answer question

Product Manager Interview

Oct 12, 2012

Anonymous employee

Accepted offer

Neutral experience

Easy interview

Application

I applied through other source. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Celera Group (South San Francisco, CA) in May 2010

Interview

First interview was a 30 minute phone screen with the hiring manager. Came in-person for the second interview. Interviewed with 4 people (including the hiring manager). Interview questions were pretty straightforward.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

How do you handle a difficult coworker?

Answer question

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