Simple tips for successful job interviews 

Getting selected for a job is an achievement which requires passing the interview stage without issue. Regardless of the designation, or your years of experience, following certain interview tips can be vital. Take a look at the set of tips listed below by our medical, technical and clinical research recruitment professionals. These can help you land your dream job.

Pre-interview Tips

• Go through any job description thoroughly before applying to it.
• Spend some time researching the company where your interview is scheduled. Go through the website of the organisation to learn about it.
• Practice answering fundamental interview questions in the presence of a trusted person.
• Make a list of your most prominent career achievements, and be sure to include them in your CV.
• Communicate openly with recruitment consultants. Ask them any questions you might have regarding the company.
• Do not obsess regarding having exact answers for difficult interview questions. But you should not stutter or pause awkwardly during answering.
• Going to an interview with a well-groomed and neat appearance is necessary. You should also try to follow the dress code of a company.
• Update your CV with the latest information and also carry your educational certificates/mark sheets.
• Always value the interviewers time and respect the interview opportunity. Be on time. You can inquire regarding convenient time slots for your interview.

 
Interview Tips

• Do not make any negative remarks about your present or past employers. This can create a bad impression.
• Be mentally prepared to face the interviewer’s questions, no matter how challenging they might be. Technical, medical and clinical research recruitment interviewers might subject candidates to various types of questions.
• Make sure that your handshake is firm and not weak. A firm handshake conveys confidence to your potential employers.
• Do not inquire regarding salary during the initial interview stage. If asked, be honest about your expectations.
• Answer questions in a straightforward manner during an interview. Do not go into irrelevant details if not needed.
• Try not to exhibit too much eagerness for a job role. But be proactive in asking questions regarding the organisation, your job responsibilities etc.
• Always maintain confident body language during your job interview. Slouching, repeatedly touching your face and hair, fidgeting and looking everywhere is not recommended. Any signs of low confidence can instantly create a negative impression among interviewers.
• If you are confused about a question or cannot understand it, request the interviewer to repeat.
• If you are really unable to answer a question, be honest about it.
• If an interviewer talks more than you expected, be an attentive and patient listener.
• Do not only answer questions with Yes or No. Be a little bit more detailed as doing so conveys interest during an interview.
• Maintaining adequate eye contact is necessary, but you should avoid staring.

 
Our medical, technical, and clinical research recruitment professionals can guide candidates and prepare them for job interviews. Candidates are welcome to get in touch with us regarding job opportunities.