a maverick in (someone's) field

Translations
человек, идущий своим путем в (чьей-то) области
She is considered a maverick in her field of research.
Ее считают человеком, идущим своим путем в своей области исследований.
Definitions
A maverick in someone's field refers to an individual who is independent-minded and unconventional, often challenging the norms and practices of their profession or area of expertise. This person typically exhibits innovative thinking and may take risks that set them apart from their peers.