If you could research any particular disorder, disease, or illness, which would you choose, and why?
How you answer this question will offer insights into your motivators and drivers in regards to your pursuits in this field. Questions like these help them assess each candidate's value and placement within their organization.
"At Johnson & Johnson, I know that one of your primary focus areas is on cancer treatment and amazing clinical trials. This particular focus is one of the reasons why I applied to work here. Helping to cure cancer is a particular passion of mine."
"We have so many options when it comes to research topics. If I had to choose just one area of research, I would choose to research autism and the spectrum in full. My little brother received an autism diagnosis about ten years. As a result, I have the drive to learn more about it and help others in his shoes to lead a full and productive life."
Exhibit passion, and tie your answer into an area of focus related to this role. Feel free to dive into what attracted you to this field, and try to keep your answer emotionally grounded and upbeat.
Stay away from vague answers like, "I just want to help people." Your interviewer wants to gain insights as to what motivates you, and where your passions lie. Be specific and share your story.
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
I would be interested in studying an immune-mediated disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, and psoriasis. Approximately 2 million Canadians are affected by autoimmune diseases, and there is an unmet need for biomarkers and the development of new therapeutic options. I know that this is a primary focus at Janssen.
Rachelle's Feedback
Exceptional job tying in the primary focus at Janssen, and your interests. Well said!
Anonymous Answer
I'm fascinated by the leaps and bounds science has made in the last 10 years when it comes to managing cancer. Studying ways to boost a person's immune system to attack cancer cells in the body is top science for cancer treatments.
Margarita's Feedback
Good show! a few minor touches is all it needs.
I would choose cancer as I am fascinated by the advancements science has made in the last 10 years in regards to managing the disease.
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