I applied through a recruiter. The process took 9 months. I interviewed at Gartner (Boston, MA) in Jan 2009
Interview
Longest hiring process in my career or anyone who worked for large complex global organizations. The typical hiring window is 9-12 months
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Expect five levels of interviews with a draft research note on the spot using their equipment in a timed setting from their list of technology topics and defend it around the world with the interview teams.
I applied online. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Gartner (Irving, TX) in Apr 2024
Interview
The recruiter contacted me on LinkedIn. I scheduled a 30-minute meeting with them. The recruitment gave me an extension description of the job position. I was told that I had excellent research experience, but lacked business acumen. The recruiter was very transparent and communicated to me that for the position I was applying for, this was a red flag. They were looking for someone with experience working with C-level executives.
Their talent sourcers contacted me via linkedin. Asked for a phone screen. We had a pleasant chat. They said they would follow up with further steps, but they didn't end up doing so.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Gartner
Interview
I was referred by an internal friend. I have thus far only interacted with the recruiter who has asked me questions relating to how I know the referring person and why I want to transition from academia to professional research.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Talk about a recent research project you recently completed.
