How to Answer: What is it about this role that appeals to you?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Pharmacist job interview.
28. What is it about this role that appeals to you?
How to Answer
First, thank the interviewer for the opportunity to interview. Then comment on some characteristics about the job that you like as well as why you want to be a part of the larger organization. The main goal of this answer is to convey your excitement about this position and why you think this role is a good fit for you. You want to also let the interviewer know what specifically you will bring to their department.
Written by Stephanie Baumhover on February 8th, 2024
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
The interviewer is wondering if your pre-conceived understanding of the role fits with what they are looking for. "I saw online that you are offering a new program in -----. I did a rotation in this area during pharmacy school and I would love to see this at work."
Written by Stephanie Baumhover on February 7th, 2024
1st Answer Example
"Thank you for the opportunity to interview for this role. I think it is a great match for me as I have steered my career towards working in -----, since my last year of pharmacy school. I have completed three rotations in -----, and my last position was in -----. I believe these two experiences prepared me for this role.
Written by Stephanie Baumhover on February 13th, 2024
2nd Answer Example
"I read that ----- has recently expanded into home health and I worked in that area in my last position. I find it both challenging and rewarding to help patients transition from the hospital to home."
Written by Samantha Brown on February 15th, 2024
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