Why did you choose a career in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry?
The interviewer is testing your passion for their industry. By understanding how you landed in your career, they'll be able to better gauge where you're going, and if you'd be an asset to their team.
"I chose a career path in the biotech industry because I have always had an attraction to the studies of medicine and technology. Biotech is the ultimate correlation between them. Over my career, I have witnessed firsthand that It's an ever-changing industry that never becomes dull and I love this about my work. At Johnson & Johnson, I would envision that my role would continue to be a growing and evolving role for the rest of my career."
"As you can see from my resume, customer service in the healthcare field has been where I've spent the last ten years of my career. This opening at Johnson & Johnson really piqued my interest because of the groundbreaking work you are doing in patient care. The Johnson & Johnson credo really resonated well with me and I'd love to come aboard to help serve your patients in the best way possible on a daily basis."
Prior to your interview, outline your career path. Discuss what excites you about your career and the industry. This is a great opportunity to share your passion, motivators, and aspirations.
"My dad made me. He's a big shot at Pfizer and groomed me to follow in his footsteps. Before I succeed him, he insisted that I work for the competition. What I really wanted to be was an actor."
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 want to work in the Pharma/Biotech industry because I know that it's a solid, dynamic industry including diversity in their services or products.
Rachelle's Feedback
It certainly is a dynamic and solid industry! Very good answer.
