I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at PLOS
Interview
Interview with HR, general competency questions - 30 min;
Assignment - was given 2 hours to assess submitted manuscripts;
Second interview - 1 hour 15 mins with a team of two.
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at PLOS in Feb 2025
Interview
I applied mid-January and was contacted by an HR specialist mid-February. I had a phone screening just a few days after, but I was ghosted immediately after! The interviewer promised to get back to me within two weeks and never responded to my follow up email--I understand they're busy. Still, most companies usually send an email to reject you once you've at least spoken to an HR person.
Update: Rejected 2 months after the HR screening.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked a lot about my current role, day to day activities, etc. A part of me wonders if they were on an information gathering mission than an interview.
Phone call screening interview with the recruiter/HR rep. It was very casual and lasted 15 minutes. Mostly just introductions and overview of the interviewing process. Wanted to know what I know about PLOS. Described the role.