Is it hard to get hired as a Research Assistant at Northwestern University?

Research Assistant applicants have rated the interview process at Northwestern University with 2.3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 82% positive. To compare, the company-average is 71.9% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.

How long does it take to get hired as a Research Assistant at Northwestern University?

Candidates applying for Research Assistant roles take an average of 23 days to get hired, when considering 39 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Northwestern University overall takes an average of 28 days.

Where can I find Northwestern University interview experiences by job title?

Research Assistant (230) ; Postdoctoral Fellow (191) ; Graduate Research Assistant (133) ; Graduate Student (105) ; PhD Student (91) ; Program Assistant (73) ; Research Associate (63) ; Clinical Research Coordinator (52) ; PhD Graduate Student (52) ; PhD Candidate (46) ; Program Coordinator (42) ; Research Study Coordinator (34) ; Administrative Assistant (33) ; Research Technologist II (32) ; Researcher (32)

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based on 39 ratings - Updated Apr 3, 2026

Easy interview difficulty

Very positive interview experience

How others got an interview

57%
Applied online
Applied online
17%
Campus Recruiting
Campus Recruiting
13%
Employee Referral
Employee Referral
10%
In Person
In Person
3%
Other
Other

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39 interviews

Research Assistant Interview

Feb 29, 2024

Anonymous Interview Candidate

Declined offer

Positive experience

Easy interview

Application

I interviewed at Northwestern University (Evanston, IL)

Interview

one-on-one with lab manager first, where I was asked about my research experience, and the lab manager explained the position, instruments I would be working with, the day-to-day schedule. Then I met in person with the other managers of the lab.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

Why do you think you fit this role?

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Research Assistant Interview

Oct 30, 2023

Anonymous Interview Candidate

No offer

Positive experience

Easy interview

Application

I interviewed at Northwestern University

Interview

Virtually (over zoom), scheduled around my availability, single interviewer, questions provided ahead of time, one hour time frame, received follow up within less than a week. Would interview again if offered

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

How did you react when you had a disagreement?

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Research Assistant Interview

Oct 17, 2023

Anonymous Interview Candidate

Declined offer

Neutral experience

Average interview

Application

I applied online. I interviewed at Northwestern University (Evanston, IL)

Interview

The process was focused on my previous research experience and my areas of academic interest. It was straight to the point but not stressful. They made sure that I was well informed about their project too.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

Describe you past experience and areas of interest involving the lunar project?

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