I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at J-PAL in Jan 2019
Interview
First I filled an online application that included my resume, cover letter and transcripts. They got back to me one month later and informed me I moved forward to the next stage. In this stage, they gave me 3 hours to answer a written test that included basic evaluation and statistical concepts. After 2 weeks they told me I moved forward to a phone interview where they asked me about hypothetical scenarios as well as my previous working experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you explain an RCT? What would you ask someone that wants to partner to evaluate a program? Can you talk about any social policy that you know? What are the things you are good at and things that require more effort from you?
For shortlist- Resume, application submission
During 1st round- written test, STATA assignment
If shortlisted, 2nd round would be a telephonic interview with manager
Finally the 3rd round would be interview with project professors
Post completion, J-PAL will reach out to recommenders
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q. Why would be want to join J-PAL?
Q. Do you plan to work in the dev sector or pursue a PhD?
The interview process was done in two rounds, both were interactive rounds with the affiliates. They tested me on my knowledge about RCTs, power calculations and project management. Each interview was 30-45 mins long
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q. How do you manage a large field team? what are some challenges you have faced in the past and solutions you came up with?
