The interview is not easy, but not hard. Basically they are checking whether or not your statistical background is solid or not. The other question is only checking if you can think logically.
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I was asked about how I've solved complex problems in the past, how I've continued learning/stayed current in statistics and data science, and just generally received some really engaging questions around how I operate in my job now and in past roles. I got asked about my experience level with things like R, Python, SAS, SQL, etc.
Derive a t-test and the UMVUE test statistic for the sample mean from a normal distribution.
Typical Bayesian question
How do you manage your time?
why do you think you are fit for the job.
What's the prediction accuracy of your model? How can you improve it?
Why are you here?
They asked me about a specific problem they were currently facing with missing data. They provided relevant details and asked how I would go about solving their issue. This line of questioning seemed pretty typical.
What influenced you to apply to our company?
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