@mayflwers472 I did write to them, but they said its hard to give the status of my application. Instead they gave the unusual potential duration of 6 months. I would be happy to hear back, but I think I should be looking at other options. And is it their policy to only get back to the successful candidates after the interview? I am not sure, but I think I read something like that in their FAQ somewhere. Yes, all PIs should hear you :). Waiting is a painful game, it would be nice to hear a line of email with the application/interview status.Thanks for your reply mayflwers472.