EMBL International PhD Programme interviews
EMBL International PhD Programme interviewsA panel, then an interview week to match labs
How the interview runs
- Pre-screeningRecruiting Group Leaders or their senior team members may hold an informal pre-screening interview.
- Virtual Panel AssessmentA formal 30-minute panel interview with EMBL Group Leaders.
- Interview weekA week to find matches between candidates and Group Leaders.
Source: embl.org
A 30-minute panel of Group Leaders
“The VPA is a formal 30-minute panel interview conducted by EMBL Group Leaders (both recruiting and non-recruiting).”
EMBL International PhD Programme (EMBL Graduate Office)Programme application and selection page
Expect recruiting and non-recruiting leaders
EMBL’s Virtual Panel Assessment is a formal 30-minute interview with Group Leaders, recruiting and non-recruiting.
ExampleInformal pre-screening
“During this stage, applicants may be contacted by recruiting Group Leaders or other senior members of their teams for an informal pre-screening interview.”
EMBL International PhD Programme (EMBL Graduate Office)Programme application and selection page
Be ready for a call from a lab
Recruiting Group Leaders or senior team members may contact applicants for an informal pre-screening interview.
ExampleThe interview week matches people and groups
“The aim of the interview week is to find the right matches between candidates and Group Leaders.”
EMBL International PhD Programme (EMBL Graduate Office)Programme application and selection page
Know which groups you would join
EMBL says its interview week aims to find the right matches between candidates and Group Leaders.
ExampleA short presentation for the interview week
“We recommend having a short presentation prepared and being ready to discuss your educational background, scientific interests and (if applicable) research projects you have previously worked on.”
EMBL International PhD Programme (EMBL Graduate Office)Programme application and selection page
Prepare to present your project
EMBL recommends a short presentation and readiness to discuss your background, interests and past projects.
Example“Please note that candidates will not be asked to give a presentation during the VPAs.”
EMBL International PhD Programme (EMBL Graduate Office)Programme application and selection page
Do not prepare slides for the panel
EMBL does not ask for a presentation during the Virtual Panel Assessment.
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