QUESTION 7 OF 35

If you could choose any special area of focus with GlaxoSmithKline, which would you choose?

Working for GlaxoSmithKline could open a variety of career options for you. Consider which career you think you would choose if you had your choice. Talk to the interviewer about where you'd like to see your career path go with GlaxoSmithKline.

"I am currently working as a Clinical Research Assistant and would like to eventually grow into a Principal Scientist role, or something of the like, with GlaxoSmithKline. My primary goal is to find a long-term home where I can continue to expand my knowledge in the area of (choose an area of study)."

"That is a challenging question when there are so many interesting options at my fingertips. If I had to choose one area of specialty today, I would choose a topic within animal science. I am passionate about the health of animals."

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I would like to be a subject matter expert in this role first, learn all I can about GSK, and how I can add value to this organization. Then, I would love to be able to gain managerial responsibility. My primary goal is to have a long-term home here at GSK. Also, I've worked with so many great managers in my career that I would like to share that knowledge with my team members.

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Fantastic answer! It's clear that you are looking for a long-term fit with GlaxoSmithKline. You do a nice job outlining the growth you'd like to see in the shorter and longer-term while discussing what you are ready to contribute.

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