[SPA] SPA SECTION NEWSLETTER, Volume XXIX, Issue 42

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AMERICAN GEOPHYSICAL UNION
SPA SECTION NEWSLETTER
Volume XXIX, Issue 42
Jul.19,2022

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Table of Contents

1. JOB OPENING: NASA Heliophysics Program Scientist

2. JOB OPENING: Post Doctoral Fellow - Space Plasmas Theory and Simulations (Johns Hopkins APL)

3. JOB OPENING: Post Doctoral Fellow - Space Plasmas Data Analytics (Johns Hopkins APL)

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


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JOB OPENING: NASA Heliophysics Program Scientist

From: Nicola J. Fox (nicola.j.fox at nasa.gov)

NASA Job Announcement: Heliophysics Program Scientist

The Heliophysics and Astrophysics Divisions within NASA’s Science Mission Directorate (SMD) are hiring one or more scientists each to serve as a civil servant Program Scientist at Headquarters in Washington, DC. 

The Program Scientist will work as part of a diverse and agile team whose core values encompass inclusion, excellence, integrity, transparency, teamwork and a growth mindset toward stewarding the nation’s space-based heliophysics program. The Science Mission Directorate is committed to a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility where all employees feel welcome, valued, respected, and engaged. Applicants with all backgrounds and in all areas of heliophysics, including solar, heliosphere, magnetosphere and ionosphere-thermosphere-mesosphere, are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities
NASA’s Heliophsyics Division is responsible for the United States’ space-based heliophysics program (https://science.nasa.gov/heliophysics). With an heliophysics budget exceeding $750 million annually, NASA leads the nation to explore the heliosphere, from the core of the Sun to the edge of interstellar space, studying the nature of the Sun, and how it influences the very nature of space — and, in turn, the atmospheres of planets and the technology that exists there.

NASA’s Heliophysics Program Scientists have broad responsibility for advancing NASA’s heliophysics portfolio; serving as the Headquarters science leads for one or more missions; developing and shaping multimillion-dollar scientific research grants programs selected through competitive peer review; and leading NASA’s implementation of the recommendations of the 2013 Decadal Survey and preparing for the implementation of the upcoming 2024 Decadal Survey. Program Scientists have substantial influence over high-level heliophysics strategic planning, as well as leading the long-term scientific direction of missions and programs that they oversee.

Specifically, a Program Scientist within the Heliophysics Division will:
* Solve problems in implementing a balanced program across the breadth of heliophysics within technological, scientific, budgetary, and programmatic constraints. Provide solutions that are strategic and tactical, and are innovative as well as implementable, in alignment with the priorities of NASA.
* Orchestrate peer reviews that evaluate the scientific merit of proposals in all areas of heliophysics research across the thematic areas of the program.
* Collaboratively define a long-term vision for the program and work as a team member to implement it in a fast-paced environment, while leading diverse teams using influence rather than supervisory authority.
* Communicate, engage, and build consensus with multiple stakeholders, including the scientific community, external advisory committees, senior NASA leaders, programs and projects at NASA Centers, and the public.
* Manage multiple responsibilities using effective time management and organizational skills.

NASA recognizes that candidates with non-traditional career paths, or individuals who are at earlier stages of their careers may have demonstrated experience in different ways. NASA encourages applications from such individuals.

Application Process
The job announcement will open for applications at https://USAJobs.gov/ on Friday July 22 and will close on Tuesday July 26. The announcement number will be HQ-22-DE-11497952-DS when the announcement opens for applications on July 22, 2022.

This is a fair and open competition that all U.S. Citizens and Status candidates can apply to.
This will be a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement through https://www.USAJobs.gov/, so it will only be open for 3 workdays. The short period that the announcement is open is due to the type of hiring authority, which streamlines the hiring process and assists with rapidly filling competitive positions. It is not a reflection of the openness of the position. Advance notice of the vacancy is being provided to allow interested scientists to prepare. To apply for this position, you will need to (i) submit your resume and a transcript and (ii) answer the screening questions and supplemental information through USAJobs.

Given the short period the announcement will be open, it is highly recommended to log into USAJobs before the job announcement opens and build or update your resume to facilitate the timely submission of an application.

A transcript demonstrating that you meet the education requirements for a Federal physical scientist will be required at the time of application. Given the short period that the announcement will be open, it is a good idea to obtain a transcript in advance.  While a transcript is the preferred proof of qualifying education, any of the following items will be accepted as proof of education:
• An unofficial transcript,
• A copy of an official transcript,
• A copy of a degree (i.e. a picture or scan), or
• A list of courses.

Candidates interested in being notified when this job opportunity is posted on USAJobs and opened for three days are encouraged to sign up for a notification using the features of the USAJobs website.

Further Information
If you would like to be considered for a position in the Heliophysics Division, please mention Heliophysics Division in your application; if you would like to be considered for a position in the Astrophysics Division, please mention Astrophysics Division in your application.

Candidates interested in this opportunity are encouraged to contact NASA in advance so they can make a well-informed decision on submitting an application during the short (3 day) window when the job opportunity will be open for applications. Questions about this anticipated opening for an Heliophysics Program Scientist at NASA Headquarters may be directed to Nicola Fox, Heliophysics Division, Nicola.j.fox at nasa.gov. Questions about this anticipated opening for an Astrophysics Program Scientist at NASA Headquarters may be directed to Stefan Immler, Astrophysics Division, stefan.immler at nasa.gov. 


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JOB OPENING: Post Doctoral Fellow - Space Plasmas Theory and Simulations (Johns Hopkins APL)

From: Slava Merkin (slava.merkin at jhuapl.edu)

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to conduct basic scientific research in the field of Solar and Space Physics with an emphasis on magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) and kinetic modeling of magnetospheric plasmas. The successful candidate will work in an exciting environment, interfacing with experts in state-of-the-art modeling of geospace and other space environment systems, and comprehensive data analysis from a multitude of space missions and ground facilities. The position will support the APL-led multi-institutional cross-disciplinary Center for Geospace Storms, which is one of the three NASA DRIVE Science Centers recently selected for Phase II, as well as a newly awarded NASA Living With a Star Strategic Capabilities project led by the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in collaboration with APL.

The details of the job posting and a link to apply can be found here: https://careers.jhuapl.edu/apl/jobs/48482?lang=en-us

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations at jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Please, contact Dr. Slava Merkin (slava.merkin at jhuapl.edu) if you have any questions.


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JOB OPENING: Post Doctoral Fellow - Space Plasmas Data Analytics (Johns Hopkins APL)

From: Slava Merkin (slava.merkin at jhuapl.edu)

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to conduct basic scientific research in the field of Solar and Space Physics with an emphasis on data analytics, machine learning, and uncertainty quantification applied to studies of geospace. The successful candidate will work in an exciting environment, interfacing with experts in state-of-the-art modeling of geospace and other space environment systems, and comprehensive data analysis from a multitude of space missions and ground facilities.

The details of the job posting and a link to apply can be found here: https://careers.jhuapl.edu/apl/jobs/48447?lang=en-us

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations at jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

Please, contact Dr. Slava Merkin (slava.merkin at jhuapl.edu) if you have any questions.


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