[SPA] SPA SECTION NEWSLETTER, Volume XXVI, Issue 57

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AMERICAN GEOPHYSICAL UNION
SPA SECTION NEWSLETTER
Volume XXVI, Issue 57
Oct.18,2019

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Table of Contents

1. JGR-Space Physics Editor Blog Monthly Highlights

2. MEETING: ERG Science and Space Weather Workshop

3. Monday Science Telecon, October 21, 2019

4. Call for Papers: Machine Learning in Heliophysics

5. JOB OPENING: Faculty Position in Space Plasma Physics, Physics Department, College of Sciences and Mathematics, Auburn University

6. JOB OPENING: Planetary Science Faculty Position at the University of Michigan

7. JOB OPENING: Postdoc on Machine Learning in Space Physics - Amsterdam (NL)

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Announcement Submission Website: http://goo.gl/forms/qjcm4dDr4g


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JGR-Space Physics Editor Blog Monthly Highlights

From: Mike Liemohn (liemohn at umich.edu)

It’s actually been since June for my last SPA announcement on my EiC blog articles, so “monthly” is not quite right, but to make up for it, I am highlighting more than the usual “top three” posts.

July 20: advice on writing Plain Language Summaries
https://liemohnjgrspace.wordpress.com/2019/07/20/writing-plain-language-summaries/

August 15: more on AGU’s data policy
https://liemohnjgrspace.wordpress.com/2019/08/15/data-policy-update/

August 27: a great history of JGR in an old editorial
https://liemohnjgrspace.wordpress.com/2019/08/27/abelsons-editorial/

September 26: SWE is going all in on OA
https://liemohnjgrspace.wordpress.com/2019/09/26/space-weather-to-be-open-access/

October 12: Commentaries are the new “guest editorials”
https://liemohnjgrspace.wordpress.com/2019/10/12/letters-and-commentaries/

Main Website:   http://liemohnjgrspace.wordpress.com/


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MEETING: ERG Science and Space Weather Workshop

From: Jih-Hong Shue (jhshue at jupiter.ss.ncu.edu.tw)

The ERG (Exploration of energization and Radiation in Geospace) project aims to study the acceleration and loss mechanisms of relativistic electrons around the Earth during magnetic storms.  The 4th ERG Science and Space Weather Workshop will be held at National Central University, Taiwan on January 13-15, 2020.  The URL of the workshop is listed below:

https://events.asiaa.sinica.edu.tw/workshop/20200113/index.php

We would like to solicit your participation in this workshop.  Any science topic that is relevant to the aim of the ERG project and space weather is welcome. The program includes science presentations, a visit to National SPace Organization (NSPO), and hands-on training courses on SPEDAS (Space Physics Environment Data Analysis Software) that allows users to load, plot, and analyze data from satellites and ground-based stations. 


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Monday Science Telecon, October 21, 2019

From: David Sibeck (david.g.sibeck at nasa.gov)

At 12:00 noon EST on Monday (Oct. 21), we plan to hold the next in our ongoing series of science telecons. The speaker this Monday will be Nehpreet Walia from Tokyo University. The topic will be "A Statistical Study of SlowMode Shocks Observed by MMS in the Dayside Magnetopause".

Please check out our new website!
https://sites.google.com/view/mondaysciencetelecon/home

The telecom will be broadcast live via webex. If you would like to join, please go to http://uclaigpp.webex.com/ and enter the Meeting number: 280 328 066 (‘Dayside Science meeting). Please type your name and contact information, and then the meeting password, which is Substorm1!

To hear the audio, do not dial the number that pops up on the webex website. Instead, please dial the following toll-free (in the United States) number:
1-844-467-6272
with passcode 901533#

Please remember to mute your telephone if you are not speaking.

Looking forward to speaking with you.


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Call for Papers: Machine Learning in Heliophysics

From: Enrico Camporeale (enrico.camporeale at noaa.gov)

This Research Topic calls for contributions pertaining to the application of machine learning in any subfield of Heliophysics. Works that have been presented at the "Machine learning in Heliophysics" conference held in September 2019 in Amsterdam are welcome. However, the call is open to all contributors, and not limited to conference participants. We particularly encourage works focused on the process of automation of scientific discovery via machine learning, and on large heliospheric dataset mining. Other relevant topics include:
- inverse estimation of physical parameters,
- automatic event identification,
- feature detection and tracking,
- times series analysis of dynamical systems,
- combination of physics-based models with machine learning techniques,
- surrogate models and uncertainty quantification.

Authors can choose between two type of contributions: 1) a full-length research article (12,000 words and 15 Figures max) or 2) a brief research report (4,000 words and 4 Figures max). In either case the paper is expected to contain novel and original research, and the guest editors will strive to ensure a rapid peer-review and publication timeline. 

Deadlines:

1 November 2019: abstract submission
6 March 2020: manuscript submission.

For any further information please see:
https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/10384/machine-learning-in-heliophysics 

The Topic Editors:
Thomas Berger, Enrico Camporeale, Veronique Delouille, Sophie Murray, Bala Poduval


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JOB OPENING: Faculty Position in Space Plasma Physics, Physics Department, College of Sciences and Mathematics, Auburn University

From: David Maurer (DAM0014 at auburn.edu)

The Physics Department at Auburn University is seeking a qualified individual for a tenure-track faculty position in Space Plasma Physics at the Assistant Professor level. Current Auburn Space Physics group expertise is in computational modeling of the magnetosphere in particular ULF dynamics and magnetic reconnection phenomena, and also in the analysis of satellite image data for validation of magnetospheric physics models.  Candidates should have research interests in areas of Space Plasma Physics complementary to those in which the Auburn group is currently active. Applications in theoretical, computational, or experimental areas of Space Plasma Physics are encouraged. The successful candidate will be expected to: (1) demonstrate strong leadership potential in the area of Space Plasma Physics, (2) participate in further developing the Space Plasma Physics group research portfolio at Auburn University, (3) provide direction to undergraduate, graduate students and post-doctoral researchers in Space Plasma Physics, and (4) conduct excellent instruction at the undergraduate and graduate level in the Physics curriculum. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics or a closely related field at the time employment begins. Post-doctoral research experience is highly desirable. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are required.

Candidates must apply online at: http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/posting/3873
Applications need to include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research and the names and contact information for three professional references.  More information about the department can be found at:  http://www.physics.auburn.edu

The review of applications will begin on December 2, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled.  The desired starting date is August 16, 2020.

The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.  

Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples. Please visit the following link for more information:
http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/pdf/guidelines-dual-career-services.pdf.
In addition, for information about the Auburn University community please visit:
http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/.

Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability Employer and committed to building an inclusive and diverse community


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JOB OPENING: Planetary Science Faculty Position at the University of Michigan

From: Jeremy Bassis (jbassis at umich.edu)

The Department of Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering in the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the field of planetary science.  Although the position is open to all ranks, we especially seek candidates at the Assistant Professor level. We look for candidates who are capable of developing an internationally recognized research program, successfully competing for external funding, mentoring doctoral students, and participating in our educational programs at the graduate and undergraduate levels.  We welcome applications from candidates whose research addresses cross-disciplinary areas that build upon our existing strengths in climate science (including radiative transfer, atmospheric dynamics/chemistry and cryospheric processes), composition, structure, chemistry, and the origin and evolution of planetary atmospheres, planetary surface-atmosphere coupling, and the development of space instrumentation and missions. We are especially interested in candidates with a strong motivation for building bridges between planetary science, including exoplanets, and the climate and space science research programs in our department.  See https://clasp.engin.umich.edu/stories/faculty-position-in-planetary-science/ for more information about the position.


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JOB OPENING: Postdoc on Machine Learning in Space Physics - Amsterdam (NL)

From: Enrico Camporeale (enrico.camporeale at noaa.gov)

Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI) has a vacancy in the Multiscale Dynamics research group for a talented Postdoc, on the subject of Machine Learning in Space Physics.
The 24 month postdoc position is part of the ESCAPE H2020 Project funded by the European Commission. At CWI, you will interact with the Machine Learning for Space Weather team, which is pioneering several Artificial Intelligence approaches for Space Weather applications.
Within ESCAPE, we will in particular collaborate with the University of Rome Tor Vergata. 

CWI is the Dutch national research institute for mathematics and computer science and is part of the Institutes Organisation of the Dutch Research Council (NWO). The mission of CWI is to conduct pioneering research in mathematics and computer science, generating new knowledge in these fields and conveying it to trade, industry, and society at large.

Applications will be accepted until 10 November 2019. The start date of the position is flexible, but ideally no later than March 2020. 

For more information about the vacancy see:
https://www.cwi.nl/jobs/vacancies/postdoc-on-the-subject-of-machine-learning-in-space-physics-1

or contact Jannis Teunissen, jannis.teunissen at cwi.nl and/or Enrico Camporeale, e.camporeale at cwi.nl


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