I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Spandidos Publications (London, England) in Jun 2017
Interview
The interview comprised of a series of questions of my background, my CV and my cover letter, followed by a 30min editing exercise using a scientific paper. Compared to other jobs I had applied for similar positions with similar editing exercises, this was on the challenging side, but I suppose this is the kind of papers you would have to edit if you got the job. The offices are nice and new.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How do you think your experience with your previous jobs will help you with this position?
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Spandidos Publications (Hammersmith, England) in Jul 2018
Interview
I was briefly told about the company before being given 30 minutes to edit a short paper followed by a quick tour of the office. The office itself was very quiet and seemed quite hostile. I was also told that I would hear in 2 weeks if I was successful and I wouldn't hear if I wasn't.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked about my previous research
What made me interested in the role and editing
how experience I had has contributed to my ability to succeed in the job role
I applied online. The process took 6 days. I interviewed at Spandidos Publications (London, England)
Interview
Bog standard interview featuring generic questions about why you'd like to work there, followed by a short test editing a paper by ESL authors. The interviewer mostly spoke about the company and what the company do. One step in the career progression ladder was mentioned. Asked about my lab projects and then proceeded with the timed examination.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
"where do you see yourself in five years" "why didn't you/why don't you consider doing a PhD"
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Spandidos Publications (London, England) in Jun 2017
Interview
It was an hour long interview which was comprised of a casual talk about the company itself one on one with a manager, a few questions about my CV followed by an editorial test, proofreading an unpublished paper. I got there early and was told to wait, the overall environment in the office was cold and not particularly approachable.