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What are the perks offered by Simon Fraser University?

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University tuition waivers and reimbursement

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What are the working hours?

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8 hours/day

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How would you describe the pace of work at Simon Fraser University?

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The vibe is ultra upbeat and I find a lot of students utilize the labs to do homework assignments very accessible and the staff for accommodating with the temperature in the meeting rooms...spot on...Hiy Hiy for all that SFU does.

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Does Simon Fraser University require background check?

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Not for most student roles

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Can a Nepalese citizen apply there for any vacancy?

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Depending on the person's status in Canada, with any work permit, study permit at SFU, or permanent residency, sure they could, but otherwise they would need to get one of those permits.

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What is the interview process like?

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For a PhD student you send e-mails to professors you are interested in working for. They decide whether to take you mostly based on recommendation, academic record, and research interests.

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What questions did they ask during your interview?

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Self-introductory
education background
past experience

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