Assistant Professor applicants have rated the interview process at Harvard University with 4 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 66.7% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Common stages of the interview process at Harvard University as a Assistant Professor according to 3 Glassdoor interviews include:
I applied online. I interviewed at Harvard University in Sep 2019
Interview
The interview was very difficult, and many academic and social questions were asked。I also asked many philosophical questions and values，And did some tests。I also provided some academic certificates and transcripts, as well as identity certificates and proof of no crime.
I applied through other source. I interviewed at Harvard University
Interview
The interview process was exceptionally linear and straightforward. It began with an initial virtual screening with the search committee. Following that, I was invited for a comprehensive on-campus flyout. The campus visit was highly organized and transparent, consisting of a traditional job talk, one-on-one meetings with department faculty, sessions with graduate students, and a final meeting with the dean. Expectations were clearly communicated at every stage.
The interview process is long. The people are very nice, but the questions are very tough and very hard. it's not easy to get in at all. Need to give a very good job talk.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What's your future research plan?
What kind of new courses can you develop?