I applied online. The process took 5 weeks. I interviewed at Paul Scherrer Institut in Feb 2026
Interview
They asked for an interview about a month after the application deadline. I talked with the project supervisors. They were very friendly. The interview was around 30 min. I just presented my portfolio, and at the end, they asked questions about my projects, my involvement, what stacks I was familiar with, etc.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain more about X project? How did you use X framework on it?
I interviewed at Paul Scherrer Institut (Villigen) in Feb 2025
Interview
Informal Teams interview followed by onsite visit with interview with management team (Primary and Co Investigators), separate HR interview, lunch, Lab Tours, and introductions to colleagues.
Everyone encountered was friendly, polite, and professional.
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Interview questions [1]
Question 1
HR interview focused a lot on soft skills including how I deal with stress and meeting demands from supervisors.
The process include 3 main steps, 2 with hiring manager and team, 1 with HR for information and contract. The relocation and permit take a bit time., maybe about 1 to 2 months depends on your situation.