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Take advantage of this question! This is a great opportunity to show your interviewer that you are genuinely interested in the position, and it's a good time to show off some of your research about the company! It is also a chance for your to ask about the hiring timeline, as this will help you with your own timeline for following-up. Prepare a list of around 3 questions in advance and bring them to the interview. You can also take notes throughout the interview to ask targeted questions pertaining to something you discussed; this will impress your interviewer and show that you were listening.
"I understand that you have recently hired a new Executive Director. In what ways have you felt the impact of new leadership in this department specifically, and what does the organization's strategic vision look like over the next several years?"
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.
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What is the timeline for filling this position and when can I expect to hear back from you? What kind of training or professional development opportunities are provided to employees in the laboratory? Can you describe the career trajectory of someone in this position and what opportunities for growth and advancement exist?
Jaymie's Feedback
These are all great questions to ask and are not questions you could easily find answers to online. They show you are interested in growing and remaining with the organization long-term. Good job!
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