The laboratory of Manuel Llinás in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Huck Institutes for the Life Sciences seeks applicants for a Research Technologist position. The main research focus in the Llinás lab is to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying the malaria disease. Current funded projects we are recruiting for focus on dissecting transcriptional regulation in the malaria parasite using a variety of genetic tools including CRISPR-based modification of the parasite genome. This position will involve Plasmodium molecular biology and cell culture and will address questions associated with the regulation of blood-stage parasite development as well as gametocyte commitment and development. The technologist will be expected to conduct laboratory experiments independently while carefully managing and recording experimental conditions. In addition to these duties, the technologist will also contribute to the preparation of reagents and other support duties to facilitate a productive and efficient lab environment. The technologist is expected to be familiar with the current literature and projects of the lab and will also maintain an independent research project and will participate in group meetings and perform other related duties as assigned.