The process took 2 months. I interviewed at RAND (Cambridge, England)
Interview
Did not get an interview - but would like to comment on my experience as an applicant.
It seems there is no updating/feedback process in place. After calling up multiple times to get status updates on my application it still was not possible to receive information about whether I was being considered or even a simple update on the process. I was told to hear from them but nothing came from it.
I can understand that application processes can take longer, but I think the overall process would improve if applicants would be kept informed; especially since they also have to meet many requirements, e.g.: providing a writing sample.
If an applicant puts time and effort in an application, I think RAND (Cambridge branch) should do the same.
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at RAND
Interview
Applied online. Took about 2 months to hear back. Contacted for an interview and to schedule 4-6 hours on one day. Interview pushed back by RAND two weeks. Heard interview schedule the night before. 1.5 hours of info sessions, 3 interviews. Two with more senior researchers (30 min each) and one with current RA (45 min). 15min-1 hour breaks in between interviews. Everyone was very nice and friendly. Seemed more like a vibe check.
Interview questions [3]
Question 1
What kind of research methods are you familiar with?
Several rounds of interview first with manager, then with researchers. Process was very long but typical. Also took a test before the interview. Researchers were really nice asked about previous and current research experiences.
Submitted my CV, Cover Letter and writing sample. I went through 2 rounds of interviews with Rand. The second round was back to back calls with the research leader followed by HR.