I have an interview for a technical writer position in the chemistry field. Coming from a lab based chemistry role I'm use to getting technical questions about my lab experience. With this role I'm interviewing for being office based, I'm not sure what questions they may ask. What interview questions can I expect for a technical writing position?

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Congrats! If it’s entry-level, I’d expect a lot of behavioral-based and STAR questions focused on projects and working within a team. This would be in addition to the basic “tell me about yourself” questions.

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Thanks! It is advertised as an entry level position. I'm super excited about it since I've been trying to transition to a non lab based science role. I really don't want to mess this up!

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If you’d be willing, I’d love to hear more about your job search process. I too am trying to get into a writing role and am struggling- what is your experience like and where are you applying?

This was very helpful- thanks so much!

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