Positions at Microsoft Research

Hi all,

I am considering applying to Microsoft Research and was wondering if anyone had experience applying their and could give some advice.

My main question is with respect to the research statement/papers section. There is little (to be honest I saw no) direction as to what should go int his section. Should I just attach my 3 favorite papers? If they want a research statement, do they want anything in particular?

Thanks for your help!