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September 18, 2025

**Job Description**
This doctoral project investigates whether groundbreaking scientific breakthroughs in STEM disciplines are primarily attributable to the genius of individual visionary figures or to synergetic team efforts. Through a systematic analysis of at least 50 key examples from the history of science, including discoveries like antibiotics, DNA structure, CRISPR-Cas9, and modern pharmacotherapies, the project will examine their contexts of emergence, participation structures, and the “moment of creative breakthrough.” The project aims to develop a new understanding of the dynamics between individuality and teamwork in scientific progress and to derive practical implications for research funding, team organization, and innovation policy.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary research
• Excellent English language proficiency

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• History of science
• Medicine
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Pharmacology
• Physiology
• Related disciplines
• Master Degree or equivalent

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Work Level
Ph.D
Employment Type
Scholarship
Valid Until
October 15, 2025
Details
Full-time Duration: 4 years (3+1 model)
School / Department / Center / Lab
• Faculty of Medicine, LMU Munich
Supervisor Email
office@hector-fellow-academy.de
Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU Munich)
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