Research internship at the Chair for Strategy and Organization

Can we transfer results from marriage research to start up teams? Breakthrough research (e.g., by John Gottman ) can predict  which couples remain together and which will divorce with 94%  accuracy. In this research project, we aim to explore how to utilize matching algorithms to achieve the same accuracy in predictions for  start up teams success.

In his research on marriages, John Gottman et al found re emerging patterns which predict divorces and unhappiness of as well as trust within couples Investigating related interactions which happen between team members, we may help to predict which teams remain stable and capable of performing over the long term and which may resolve early
As most start up teams fail not because of a poor business model but interpersonal differences, this can be crucial for understanding start up performance.

Goals
This research project consists of the following milestones:

• Synthesis and preparation of current state of the art research overview on relevant interactions and behaviors in (romantic) relationships
• Identifying and selecting relevant interactions for start up teams.
• Application and testing of relevant interactions on start up teams

Profile
Enthusiasm for the topic of data analysis, foundations in statistical software, psychological theories, and a conscientious and independent way of working.

Interested?
We are looking forward to receiving your application documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae, high school and university diplomas,  internship/work certificates).

Please send us your application with your starting date to
Prof. Dr. Isabell Welpe (welpe@tum.de)