Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Physics & Astronomy, Wayne State University.  The successful applicant will work with Prof. Ed Cackett on multiwavelength studies of accretion in AGN and/or X-ray binaries.
Applicants must have received a Ph.D. in astronomy or a related field by the start date.  Experience with time domain astronomy, X-ray analysis, and/or optical photometry is desirable. The nominal starting date is September 2024, though a start date earlier in 2024 is possible.  The appointment will be initially for two years, with a possible extension for a total of up to four years, dependent on satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Candidates should submit:

• a brief cover letter (1 page)
• CV including publication list
• A statement of research interests and experience (3 page limit).
• Contact information for three references. 

The materials should be sent to Prof. Ed Cackett at ecackett@wayne.edu by December 1, 2023. Informal inquiries about the position are welcomed.

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