The University of Delaware Department of Physics and Astronomy seeks applications for the Annie Jump Cannon Postdoctoral Researcher.  The position is for 2 years, with a third year contingent on performance and funding availability.  The Annie Jump Cannon Post-doctoral Research appointment provides an opportunity for a highly qualified postdoctoral candidate to conduct independent research in any area. The department   has programs in observational and theoretical stellar physics, asteroseismology, exoplanets, gamma ray astronomy, high energy astrophysics, and galactic and extragalactic astronomy. Faculty hold leadership positions in the Vera Rubin Observatory , IceCube , and IceTop . The Bartol Research Institute  is part of the VERITAS and CTA collaborations. The Department also hosts  DARC , is a member of  SARA , and collaborates with Mt. Cuba Observatory .

Applicants should apply online  before Dec. 6, 2023. Candidates must upload 1) a curriculum vitae including a list of recent publications, 2) a research proposal and statement of research experience and past activities (limited to 3 pages with two additional pages for figures and tables), and 3) contact  information for 3 references. Candidates may also submit a brief diversity and/or broader impact statement.