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ICON Plc Data Specialist Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 11 Jul 2025

ICON Plc Data Specialist Interview Experiences

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I appeared for an interview before Jul 2024, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. General questions
  • Ans. 

    Data Specialists analyze and manage data to support decision-making and improve processes.

    • Data Collection: Gathering data from various sources, e.g., surveys, databases.

    • Data Cleaning: Removing inaccuracies and inconsistencies, e.g., correcting typos.

    • Data Analysis: Using statistical methods to interpret data, e.g., regression analysis.

    • Data Visualization: Creating charts and graphs to present findings, e.g., using Tablea...

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  • Q2. Skill based scenario based

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When HR’s Chinese English made me drop the interview!
So, I talked to the HR yesterday about the interview. I asked Please send me the location But their English… bro I was shocked! It was like talking to someone jisne english nahi kuch ar hi seekh liya ho, if the HR’s English is this I can only imagine the rest of the company I decided to drop the interview with this chinese english😶‍🌫️
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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Feb 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Interest in job role
  • Ans. 

    I'm drawn to this role for its blend of analytical challenges and opportunities to drive impactful decisions.

    • The role offers a chance to work on diverse projects, enhancing my problem-solving skills.

    • I am excited about collaborating with cross-functional teams, as teamwork fosters innovation.

    • The opportunity to analyze data and derive insights aligns with my passion for data-driven decision-making.

    • I appreciate the potent...

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  • Q3. Previous work experience if any
  • Ans. 

    I have experience in customer service and project management, enhancing team collaboration and client satisfaction.

    • Worked as a customer service representative, resolving client issues and improving satisfaction scores by 20%.

    • Managed a team project that streamlined internal processes, resulting in a 15% increase in efficiency.

    • Conducted training sessions for new hires, focusing on best practices in customer interaction a...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Hobbies,interests, project details
  • Q5. Family background
  • Q6. Why should we hire you
  • Q7. How much salary you are expecting
  • Ans. 

    I am looking for a competitive salary that reflects my skills and experience, ideally in the range of $X to $Y.

    • Research industry standards: For example, according to Glassdoor, the average salary for this role is $X.

    • Consider my experience: With X years in the field, I believe a salary of $Y is appropriate.

    • Be open to negotiation: I am flexible and willing to discuss a compensation package that includes benefits.

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  • Q8. Any questions you can ask

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be stick on to your CV and some basic subject details, company details and job details

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Q4. What is the difference between SumIf and CountIf?
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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

IQVIA user image Anonymous

posted on 13 Nov 2022

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Nov 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

English, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation

Round 3 - Case Study 

Multiple guesstimates, questions on resume and work experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Practice guesstimates properly. I was also asked to frame an algorithm to get an answer despite not having any coding experience. The algorithm was not very difficult but was relevant to the skills needed later in the job

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2018. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Basic question like describe yourself
  • Q2. As i was fresher when i have joined they mainly ask about the basic Regulatory Affairs question.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Aptitude regarding Regulatory Affairs

General Tips: Crisp and clean process it took about a week to get the offer letter.
Skills: Communication, Body Language, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Time Management, Decision Making Skills
Duration: <1 week

I applied via Naukri.com

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Generally asked about introduction first. Question asked related to pharmacology.
  • Q2. Why you join our organisation. Why do you think that you are best condidate for this position. What is pharmacovigilance and how it's work. Name of the medicines that give a analgesic effect but not in NSA...
  • Q3. Introduction

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Given the case study of patient medical history

General Tips: This interview was a technical one but was majorly a stress test. It lasted for one hour. The interviewer tested both my communication skills and technical knowledge . Most of the question asked from pharmacology. I was able to answered all the questions correctly.
Skills: Inter Person Communication Skills, Communication, Body Language
Duration: >3 Months

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Feb 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why pharmacy job not ava

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview can done by video call, conference call &skype.

ICON Plc HR Interview Questions

19 questions and answers

Q. Describe your experience in detail.
Q. What challenges did you face in your previous job?
Q. What can you tell me about the role for which the company is hiring?

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

IQVIA user image Aviral Sahu

posted on 27 Feb 2022

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Feb 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Guesstimate, puzzle, resume based
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Guesstimate, HR related to pharma domain

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Remain calm if they put you into pressure situation, otherwise it's fine to go
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I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jan 2021. There were 6 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. First round: Online Test ( aptitude and decision based questions) second round: interview(guesstimates and puzzles) third round: interview( puzzles and hr questions) fourth round: HR and negotiation round

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare guesstimates and puzzles properly

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

IQVIA user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Jul 2021

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jul 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Tell more about yourself.
  • Q2. Why do you want to work in Data Analytics?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident. Try to explain projects that you have done in College. If time doesn't permit, just go ahead with the insights.

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

IQVIA user image Anonymous

posted on 31 Aug 2021

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Mar 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Where you see yourself after few years

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview was ok but even after final round they don't give positive response as they hold the candidature on hold for more experienced candidates

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