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

Research Assistant I applicants have rated the interview process at Yale University with 2.7 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 81% positive. To compare, the company-average is 72.2% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.

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

Candidates applying for Research Assistant I roles take an average of 11 days to get hired, when considering 22 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Yale University overall takes an average of 33 days.

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

Research Assistant (198) ; Postdoctoral Associate (124) ; Graduate Student (84) ; Associate Research Scientist (83) ; Postdoctoral Research Associate (83) ; PhD Student (81) ; Postdoctoral Fellow (76) ; PhD Graduate Student (46) ; Graduate Research Assistant (44) ; Research Associate (42) ; Student Worker (41) ; Postgraduate Associate (37) ; Teaching Assistant (30) ; Researcher (29) ; Senior Administrative Assistant (29)

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based on 22 ratings - Updated Jul 20, 2026

Average interview difficulty

Very positive interview experience

How others got an interview

42%
Applied online
Applied online
25%
Campus Recruiting
Campus Recruiting
25%
In Person
In Person
8%
Other
Other

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22 interviews

Research Assistant Interview

Oct 1, 2023

Anonymous employee

Accepted offer

Positive experience

Average interview

Application

I applied through other source. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Yale University (New Haven, CT) in Jan 2023

Interview

Sent resume and cover letter in email expressing interest in joining the lab, had a 30 minute interview with the lab PI, then 3 PhD students from the lab, then received an offer to join.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

They asked me behavioral questions and about why I was interested in joining the lab and how it would work with my academic schedule

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Research Assistant Interview

Jul 23, 2023

Anonymous employee

Accepted offer

Positive experience

Average interview

Application

I interviewed at Yale University (New Haven, CT)

Interview

Applied online. Talked to professor about my experience and coursework. Was selected to help with research. Everyone was reasonable and friendly throughout. Would recommend applying. Can do research by sophomore year at the latest.

Research Assistant Interview

Feb 19, 2022

Anonymous employee

Accepted offer

Positive experience

Easy interview

Application

I applied through college or university. I interviewed at Yale University

Interview

Was a very good interview. I liked it. People were nice. Respectful. I don't have any complaints about the interview at all at this time. I liked the facilities, too.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

Tell me about yourself? Why this position?

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