Mathematica Research Scientist Interview Questions

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Statistics & ProbabilityStart here. 6 questions · ~48 min

Tests ability to design credible evaluations using non-experimental methods for federal policy settings.

Tests practical and technical approaches to bias and uncertainty from missingness and attrition.

Addressing Endogeneity and BiasHard

Tests causal inference judgment and technical skill in mitigating bias.

BiasCausal Inferencemodeling

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Threats to ValidityHard

Evaluates your ability to identify and reason about internal and external validity threats.

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Statistical Training and MethodsMedium

Assesses your depth of statistical training and practical familiarity with common research methods.

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Sample SystematicityMedium

Evaluates your understanding of sampling rigor and how it affects inference in research.

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Behavioral & Leadership23 questions · ~184 min

Handling Stakeholder Pushback on FindingsMedium

Tests conflict resolution and influence when a non-technical stakeholder challenges analytical findings.

Conflict ResolutionStakeholder ManagementCommunication

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Working Across Different StylesEasy

Tests collaboration across different working styles, focusing on communication, adaptability, and conflict resolution.

cross-functional collaborationteamworkadaptability

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