Research Scientist applicants have rated the interview process at BASF with 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 50% positive. To compare, the company-average is 74.4% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Research Scientist roles take an average of 21 days to get hired, when considering 2 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at BASF overall takes an average of 30 days.
Common stages of the interview process at BASF as a Research Scientist according to 2 Glassdoor interviews include:
Phone interview: 100%
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Said I wasn’t qualified for an entry level position when I had more years than required. They where slow to get back to me and would say I’d be a fit for a lower level.
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at BASF (Tempe, AZ) in Jan 2023
Interview
1. Introduction: Interview with the manager
2. Technical presentation in PhD research
3. A coding assessment (3 days)
4. Discussion with HR.
Overall, the interview process was well planned. The manager was upfront about it, so it didn't feel tedious. The coding round was fun, and the manager provided me with clarity wherever I needed it.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
mostly technical questions regarding quantum chemistry, coding, and machine learning
Offline tests (approximately 1 hour)
Telephone interview (approximately 20 minutes)
In-person interview (approximately 6 hours)
The position wasn’t a perfect fit for me, so I didn’t receive an offer. However, everyone was very professional, and I really liked the organization.