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      Research Assistant Interview

      Aug 29, 2019
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      No offer
      Negative experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Westat in Aug 2019

      Interview

      The HR rep emailed me (at 10 pm) and asked to call them (?) if I was still interested in the position (without specifying what the call would be about ). I called the next afternoon and they didn't pick up, so I left a message with my number. They returned my call at 5 pm and the call was just odd, to say the least. The HR rep didn't know much about the position itself, so they couldn't answer any of my questions. They seemed confused about my resume (we spent a few minutes just clarifying my last employer, which is listed on my resume...?) and I wasn't asked about the skills or experience listed on there either. Then, they asked for my salary requirement and when I stated my amount (which was standard for my degree level), they responded with a "that won't happen" which I found to be a bit rude. I've done screening interviews before, so I expected a bit more organization and clarity. Instead of getting a good idea about the position and the organization, I was left feeling confused and uneasy with the whole experience. Combine this odd experience with what I've seen on Glassdoor about the company as a whole, I won't be moving forward if I am asked to continue interviewing.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      What are your salary expectations? Do you live in the Rockville area?
      Answer question

      Other Research Assistant Interview Reviews for Westat

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      May 12, 2026
      Anonymous employee
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      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Westat (Rockville, MD) in Apr 2026

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      Research Assistant Interview

      Sep 10, 2025
      Anonymous employee
      Accepted offer
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      I interviewed at Westat

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      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      What is your greatest weakness?
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      Research Assistant Interview

      Dec 7, 2024
      Anonymous employee
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Westat

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      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

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