It was hard to understand what they were asking and did not clarify the nature of the intial interview in order to adequately prepare. In general there could have been much better communication so that we could both make the most of the time. In addition taking the time to speak clearly in an interview environment is very helpful to do for both sides.
The interview process was direct, in the sense that you apply, then they get back to you about scheduling an interview if they like your CV
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Multi-step synthesis ( how to build a particular molecule)
There were 2 people for the first interview and one of them was very good. they gave some chemical questions, asking for synthesis pathway or asking the possible retrosynthesis for a chemical.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
they asked several synthesis pathways and the reagents needed for some bond conversions
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Paraza Pharma in Oct 2024
Interview
The interview was highly technical. There was a large focus on organic chemistry reactions. Although there was not much discussion on the work ups or NMR. In addition one of the people who was interviewing me was not speaking very clearly which made it difficult to answer the questions. Even upon asking to say the question again it was still not clear what the person was saying.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you synthesize the molecule shown on the screen