Describe your last research project.
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What were my previous research experiences?
What kind of mathematical/statistical/physics background do you have?
What's the biggest risk you've ever taken.
I shared a specific example of a project where I faced unexpected challenges and explained how I collaborated with my team to find a solution, ensuring the project was completed successfully on time.
Have you ever asked to be a part of unassigned work from your job description?
This depends on the Professor you are interviewing with, but they will expect you to know and understand their work even if you will not be working with them directly. You may also be expected to have a basic grasp of research methods and statistics.
Would like to introduce yourself?
Most of the time was spent discussing what I was interested in researching. A little bit of information also about my background. That was it.
What are the goals of the project?
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