Behavioral HR Screen — Data Scientist (45 minutes)
Setup
A 45-minute conversation with a current employee focusing on your résumé, motivations, search status, role-selection criteria, and a deep dive into one research project. Expect questions that assess clarity, judgment, and relevance to data science and quantitative finance (QF).
Questions
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Why are you looking for this job now?
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Are you actively searching for other positions?
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What criteria do you use to choose new roles? Are you focused only on finance-related roles or also open to other domains?
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Describe one of your research projects in detail (goal, data, methods, results, and impact).
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Do you have any experience in quantitative finance (QF)? If so, describe it; if not, explain transferable skills.
Hint
Prepare concise, story-driven answers that highlight motivations, decision factors, and relevant accomplishments.