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The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at PPD in Feb 2019
Interview
Phone screen, skip level phone interview, then an in person panel. Direct supervisor gave a departmental tour after panel. Decision process was well-described throughout. Total time from phone screen to offer was 2.5 weeks
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Mostly behavioral and situational questions were asked.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at PPD
Interview
There were extensive background checks using a third-party vendor, and these only started after I had been offered the position. This part was a negative experience and it's not a good third-party vendor. Interviews were positive, though, hence the overall neutral experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Typical interview questions, e.g. describe a challenging situation and how you handled it.
