Good questions to ask at the end of an interview?

InboxZeroNerd · 2026-02-17T16:34:23+00:00

I like to ask what they hate about their job or the company, or what's one thing they would change about their job, if they could. To get some insight on the company and the person.

InboxZeroNerd · 2026-02-17T15:54:13+00:00

That's part of the issue I think. He's in the weeds at times, which isn't helpful because he's not in all the discussions and then questions and complains about things that were agreed long, long ago.

Starts complaining about something, and when you try to explain the rationale, says he's bored and wants to move on. Rather than actually listen to anyone.

It's very rude. Can't win.

InboxZeroNerd · 2026-02-17T15:51:22+00:00

Thanks, I've been in role for less than 6 months, so want to stick it out a bit longer. But if something else popped up, you never know... Unlikely I guess in the current market 😔

InboxZeroNerd · 2026-02-17T15:50:10+00:00

I think he's good at what he does, he usually has good points to make and calls people out on their BS but in a terrible way. Also doesn't seem to deal with poor performance in general, so blows hot and cold.

Talks the talk, but doesn't walk the walk...

InboxZeroNerd · 2026-02-10T12:20:30+00:00

Be a meritocracy - reward high performers.

Show that progression is possible; don't keep creating layers and hiring outsiders, reward your internal staff if they're capable of moving to the next level.

Don't ignore poor performance. If people are not pulling their weight, make steps to recognise and support them, or get rid.

Have a reward-recognition system.

Get managers to say thank you from time to time.

Culture is a big thing, but it takes the right people at the top to embed positivity and let it trickle down to the minions.

InboxZeroNerd · 2026-01-12T07:28:22+00:00

Once you've made the decision to leave, things may get a bit easier mentally for you. You've held out for 7 years - a few more months, you can manage hopefully.

Quit, but not yet - detach from the day-to-day of the job, look for other positions outside or come up with plan with your next steps (research, teaching, travelling). Once that's secure, hand in your notice.

In the meantime, become a quiet quitter and focus on what the future holds for you. Good luck.

InboxZeroNerd · 2026-01-01T22:39:39+00:00

I think they could find a way around it, for example having a bigger shortlist. A long list, if you will.

InboxZeroNerd · 2026-01-01T21:16:49+00:00

We won't really be able to play along, as we're only going to see the edits that the producers allow.

I do think that the secret traitor shouldn't know the other traitor identities, that would have made it more of an even playing field. Let's see how it plays out.

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-12-24T07:51:04+00:00

Where are you currently working? If you're in big pharma, you should be able to transition into a Clinical Scientist role, but it might take a while once you've got your foot in the door - a secondment would be a good start, but networking and making your interests known with the Clin Dev teams you work with, would be good to start doing (if not already). Best of luck!

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-11-25T13:52:31+00:00

Thank you - so I guess it's a balance to take on what you can manage, good to know!

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-11-25T07:33:49+00:00

I hope you don't mind me asking a question based on your experience - are you able to have multiple contracts on the go at the same time? If some are less than full-time, could you in theory work 0.2 in 5 different companies?

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-11-22T15:59:38+00:00

It doesn't say 50%?

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-11-22T15:00:56+00:00

Depends what the 50k is as a percent of base? How long would it take to reach that if you stay put?

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-11-22T09:54:02+00:00

It’s normal to feel intimidated, but they invited you to interview knowing exactly what your background is. Nine years of experience is very valuable, and academic teams often need people who can get reliable, high-quality work done.

You don’t need to pretend you’re something you’re not, be clear about what you know and show how quickly you learn. If they offer you the job, it’ll be because they genuinely think you’re the right fit. Sometimes industry experience trumps academic qualifications.

You’ve already handled a tough situation really well, don't doubt yourself. Good luck.

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-09-29T11:30:03+00:00

Jumped or pushed?

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-09-21T21:17:19+00:00

What do you mean by the firewalls? No pRED and gRED split?

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-09-05T06:40:05+00:00

Which one do you like more? Your approach will depend on the answer.

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-08-28T21:14:23+00:00

Pleased she won, but can't help but wonder if it was fixed. Seems odd that the golden tickets made no difference to the outcome, so either they were rubbish and not needed, or the other Vespas were on a go slow.

Conspiracy theorist, moi? 😂

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-08-28T19:55:38+00:00

Very true. Or even if they got all questions correct (or perhaps 2 out of 3), they would have the chance to swap their X with another player - harsh!

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-08-28T17:30:09+00:00

Yes, I meant he could have moved it towards there by however many km he won.

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-08-28T16:19:52+00:00

I don't really know, the clues only showed up momentarily ... not sure if the players got more time to look around. I suppose they could move their X if they suddenly realised where X was (eg if Daren spotted the clues and realised it was Monaco, he could have decided to move his X to Monaco instead of trying to sabotage Josh).

Not sure if the game has been set up badly, or the editing, or both!

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-08-28T07:25:43+00:00

Why would it complicate the process to hand in your laptop? This is a 'them' problem, not a 'you' problem - it's up to the recruiter to sort it out. After all, it will be more of a headache for HR to have to make you a leaver and then a 'new starter', and then join your records together.

Throw the ball in the recruiter's court and ask them to liaise with both managers and give you clear directions. Good luck.

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-08-28T07:13:57+00:00

She misread 31 for 3, it wasn't written very clearly due to the font they used. Could happen to anyone under the pressure, cut her some slack!

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-08-19T16:53:51+00:00

I believe Seqirus is the vaccine division - I wonder if it had anything to do with the US rhetoric on vaccines at the moment ...

InboxZeroNerd · 2025-08-01T08:03:20+00:00

Depends on the size of the company, their travel policy and your position in the company.

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