Asked me to create a presentation of the most prominent research experiences I had and present to project manager. Then a followup call with hiring manager. Then an in person day interview.

The recruitment process seems to be flawed and lacking in clarity. Hiring tends to favor those already within the organization or individuals with existing relationships, while job listings remain active for long periods. In cases where interviews are conducted, the interviewers often seem uninterested, suggesting that the process is merely a procedural requirement for HR rather than a genuine attempt to assess candidates. Without connections, you may find the process unproductive and not worth the time.