PPD Clinical Research Associate Interview Questions
Go Back1. Can you think of a time you had a disagreement with a boss or coworker, and if so, how was it resolved?
2. Contract Research Organizations such as PPD employ people from many different backgrounds with a variety of skills. Have you ever worked with a diverse group of people?
3. This concludes our interview. Do you have any questions for me?
4. How did you hear about this position?
5. What is PPD's mission?
6. While PPD likes to employ people who have plans to work for us long-term, it is understandable if those plans change. Do you anticipate any significant changes in your life within the next 3-5 years?
7. We require all candidates to submit to a pre-employment drug screen. Will there be an issue passing the drug screen?
8. This position requires travel approximately 75% of the time. Will traveling be a problem for you?
9. There are many qualified candidates applying to this position. What makes you the best candidate for the job?
10. Why do you feel that participation in a clinical trial is a positive decision?
11. Why did you pursue a career as a Clinical Research Associate?
12. Why do you want to work for our company?
13. Tell me about your education.
14. PPD is supportive of our employee's continuing education efforts. Have you ever thought of going back to school?
15. What is your experience working as a Clinical Research Associate?
16. What do you like to do in your free time?
17. Name three of your greatest strengths related to your profession.
18. What do you think are your best and worst qualities?
19. Would you describe yourself as a detail-oriented person?
20. What are your thoughts regarding people who become participants in a clinical trial but leave before the trial ends?
21. What are some things that you would like others to notice about your personality?
22. What is your greatest weakness, and what are you doing to improve?
23. Would you describe yourself as a compassionate person?
24. At the end of the day, what makes you feel like you have done a good job or been successful?
25. Knowing that both CROs and pharmaceutical companies conduct research and trials, what do you think would be an advantage working with a CRO rather than seeking employment with a large pharmaceutical company?
26. PPD likes to encourage a healthy work/life balance. What are some things you like to do maintain a healthy balance between work and your personal life?
27. Do you see yourself as a leader? When have you led a team?
28. How well do you collaborate with others?
29. Do you understand what a 'double-blind' trial is?
30. Are you familiar with the difference between diagnostic trials and screening trials?