Research Technician - Mashruwala Laboratory

The Mashruwala Laboratory studies bacterial communities through a developmental biology lens, asking how molecular events within genetically identical bacterial cells generate organised behaviours and spatial patterns across a collective, with a focus on regulated cell death, collective cell-fate decisions and cell-cell communication. The technician runs hands-on experiments using bacterial genetics, molecular biology, microscopy and phenotypic assays; prepares media and reagents and maintains strains, plasmids and stocks; collects and analyses quantitative data with reproducible records; and optimises protocols, contributing to planning, interpretation, presentations and manuscripts as experience grows.

The lab combines genetics, advanced microscopy, quantitative image analysis, computation and small-scale automation, with access to Stowers Technology Centers. Applications include a one- to two-page cover letter describing prior contributions and goals.

Bachelor's degree in microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, biophysics, computational biology or a related field (a master's degree is welcome), with experience in at least one area such as microbial genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, microscopy, quantitative analysis, computation or genomics. Careful organisation and record-keeping, persistence in troubleshooting, and strong communication. Prior experience with Vibrio cholerae or bacterial regulated cell death is not required.