[SPA] SPA SECTION NEWSLETTER, Volume XXX, Issue 26

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SPA SECTION NEWSLETTER
Volume XXX, Issue 26
May.14,2023

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Table of Contents

1. MEETING: TESS 2024 -- Session Topic Submissions Now Open

2. MEETING: Solar Wind 16 Conference - Deadlines Approaching!

3. MEETING: 47th "Optical Meeting", Stockholm, August 20-24 -- Second Announcement

4. MEETING: The African Geophysical Society International Conference 

5. MEETING: The 4th CGS Community Workshop -- Save the Date

6. Cold Plasma Seminar Series

7. SHIELD Webinar:"What drives you forward? Connecting School, Teams, and a Robotic Exploration to Outer Space," presented by Lindy Elkins-Tanton, PI of NASA Psyche Mission!

8. JOB OPENING: Permanent Civil Servant Research Scientist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

9. JOB OPENING: Physical Scientist (ZP-1301-05) DIRECT HIRE | Office of Projects, Planning, & Analysis (OPPA)

10. JOB OPENING: Supervisory General Engineer (ZP-0801-05) DIRECT HIRE | Office of Projects, Planning, & Analysis (OPPA)

11. JOB OPENING: Heliophysics and Space Weather Lead Scientist at Ball Aerospace

12. jOB OPENING: Postdoctoral Position at CUA/Goddard Space Flight Center

13. JOB OPENING: CRC Tier 1 Position in "Quantum Sensors for Space Applications" at UNB Physics Department

14. JOB OPENING: Associate Professor Position at KTH, Stockholm

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


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MEETING: TESS 2024 -- Session Topic Submissions Now Open

From: Geoffrey Reeves and the TESS24 SOC (geoff at reevesresearach.org)

The next joint AGU-AAS TESS meeting will be held in Dallas TX April 7-12, 2024 to coincide with the total solar eclipse. Dallas is in the path of totality. The eclipse day is followed by four days of scientific programming.

TESS is a great opportunity for the broad space physics community to meet in a much smaller venue than the AGU fall meeting and to provide more opportunity to interact with colleagues outside your specific discipline. TESS strives for a very cross-disciplinary focus to foster collaborations across the heliophysics community: Solar and Heliosphere, Ionosphere-Thermosphere-Mesosphere, and Earth and Planetary Magnetospheres.

The community-driven Triennial Earth-Sun Summit (#TESS24) is now accepting session topic proposals until 7 June. Topics suggested by the community (you) will be used by the scientific organizing committee to design the program and solicit session chairs. Please look for the “Submit a Topic” button at the top of the conference web page https://www.agu.org/TESS2024


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MEETING: Solar Wind 16 Conference - Deadlines Approaching!

From: Stuart D. Bale (bale at berkeley.edu)

Abstract and housing deadlines are approaching for the Solar Wind 16 meeting (June 12-17, 2023) at Asilomar in California.  Please register, book, and submit abstracts!

The meeting will be organized around a group of 'scene-setting' talks which will describe the state-of-the-art in topics of solar wind heating and acceleration mechanisms, solar wind sources, transients, interaction with planets, and the relationship to broader problems in astrophysics.  Contributed talks and posters will be organized around these scene-setting talks and there will be plenty of time for open discussion.

Confirmed scene-setting speakers are Lina Hadid, Matt Kunz, Lorenzo Matteini, Merav Opher, Erika Palmerio, Viviane Pierrard, Alexis Rouillard, and Yi-Ming Wang.  

In addition, we'll have 'long view' talks from Marcia Neugebauer and Russ Howard.

A goal of the meeting is to come away from the week with some consensus as the state of the field and ideas about where to go next. The new measurements from DKIST, Solar Orbiter, and Parker Solar Probe will frame these discussion and make this Solar Wind meeting especially timely.

The meeting website is here:  https://solarwind16.ssl.berkeley.edu

Stuart D. Bale
for the SW16 LOC and SOC


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MEETING: 47th "Optical Meeting", Stockholm, August 20-24 -- Second Announcement

From: Jörg Gumbel (gumbel at misu.su.se)

Second Announcement: 47th Annual European Meeting on Atmospheric Studies by Optical Methods, Stockholm, Sweden, August 21-24, 2023.

Abstract submission is now open for the 47th “Optical Meeting”, with deadline on May 21. You are invited you to present and discuss new developments and applications of optical instrumentation ranging from the ground to space.

Please see the meeting website www.su.se/misu/opticalmeeting for details.

Meeting topics include:
(1) New developments in optical instrumentation from the ground, space and other platforms.
(2) Optical science from the troposphere to the thermosphere/ionosphere, including
     - atmospheric composition, aerosols and clouds
     - airglow
     - aurora
     - noctilucent clouds
     - meteors
     - sprites, jets etc.
(3) Optical calibration techniques.
(4) Analysis techniques.
(5) Optical atmospheric measurements in education.

Confirmed invited speakers (so far):
- Alv Ekeland (Oslo University)
- Léo Bosse (Royal Belgian Institute for Space Aeronomy)
- Lisa Baddeley (The University Centre in Svalbard)
- Mike Taylor (Utah State University)
- Sivert Bakken (Norwegian University of Science and Technology)
- Sota Nanjo (University of Electro-Communications, Tokyo)
- Supriya Chakrabarti (University of Massachusetts)
- Thomas Ulich (Sodankylä Geophysical Observatory)
- Urban Brändström (Swedish Institute of Space Physics)

Abstract submission: Abstract submission is now open. Please submit your abstract by simply sending it by e-mail to gumbel at misu.su.se. It should contain the usual information: title, author(s), affiliation(s), e-mail contact, and abstract text. Indicate if you prefer a poster presentation. Please send the abstract as a Word file or plain text. Deadline for abstract submission is May 21.

Registration: Registration will open in June. There will be a conference fee of SEK 3500 (SEK 1500 for students and Ph.D. students).

Venue: The meeting will take place at Stockholm University. Participants should book hotel rooms on their own. In order to facilitate this, we have pre-booked rooms in some hotels. More information will become available on the meeting website in early May.

Young scientists: We in particular would like to welcome young scientists that are new to optical atmospheric measurements. We anticipate to include some general tutorials at the meeting.

Calibration Workshop: As at earlier Optical Meetings, there is an opportunity for an inter-calibration workshop of light sources. Please let us know if you are interested.

The future: This year marks the 50th anniversary of this series of Optical Meetings. This will also be an important opportunity to discuss future direction of the meeting and of the field in general.

More information will be posted on the meeting website www.su.se/misu/opticalmeeting.   Please spread this information to your colleagues.

Jörg Gumbel
on behalf of the Scientific Programme Committee (Lisa Baddeley, Jörg Gumbel, Donal Murtagh, Dan Whiter) and the Local Organizing Committee (Jörg Gumbel, Nickolay Ivchenko, Linda Megner, Donal Murtagh, Jacek Stegman)


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MEETING: The African Geophysical Society International Conference 

From: Chigo Ngwira (chigomezyo.ngwira at nasa.gov)

We are pleased to announce that the 6th African Geophysical Society (AGS) International Conference on “Advancing Science & Technology in Developing Nations” will take place at the Grand Palace Hotel, Lusaka, Zambia from October 2-4, 2023. The AGS International Conference 2023 meeting will be hosted by the Physics Society of Zambia in partnership with various local and international Partners including AGS, University of Zambia, Copperbelt University, Nkrumah University, Mulungushi University, ISWI, SCOSTEP/PRESTO, Catholic University of America, NASA, to name a few.

The scope of the AGS Conference will cover the following topics:
●	Solar and Terrestrial (heliosphere, sun, solar wind, & MIT studies) 
●	Space weather effects on space/ground infrastructure and services
●	Space weather modeling/prediction/forecasting, instrumentation, and data
●	Solid Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
●	Earth and Space Science Informatics ESSI
●	Science and Applications of GBAS/SBAS/EGNOS in Africa
●	Science education and public outreach

Important Dates & deadlines:
Abstract submission opens: 1 May 2023
Abstract submission close: 30 June 2023
Registration opens: 1 June 2023

website: https://afgps.org/conference

Support: Limited funding available for US-based postdocs and early career scientists. Need to submit an abstract.

Contact:
Dr. Chigo Ngwira
Co-Chair LOC/Science Organizing Committee		 
chigomezyo.ngwira at nasa.gov


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MEETING: The 4th CGS Community Workshop -- Save the Date

From: Michael Wiltberger (wiltbemj at ucar.edu)

Dear colleagues,

The team of the Center for Geospace Storms (CGS) would like to bring to the community's attention a hybrid workshop we are planning to hold on November 13-15, 2023. The in-person component will be held in Center Green Auditorium on NCAR/HAO campus in Boulder, Colorado.  Please, mark your calendars!

The purpose of the workshop is to bring together experts, early career scientists and students in the fields of space and atmospheric sciences, for an open-forum discussion of outstanding issues in the physics of geospace storms as well as ways to broaden participation in our field. While we are still finalizing the agenda for the workshop we anticipate having several invited speakers with plenty of time for discussion. 

Participation in the workshop will be free but will require registration. We will set up a webpage for the workshop in the next couple of weeks with registration capabilities and a detailed agenda.  

We look forward to seeing you at the workshop!

Michael Wiltberger
On behalf of the CGS Team!


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Cold Plasma Seminar Series

From: Pedro Resendiz (resendiz at lanl.gov)

Please join us for the Hybrid Cold-Plasma Seminar series taking place on May 17th, 2023. The seminar will be held at the Moon Room located at Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM, USA. 
If attending the seminar in person is not feasible, virtual attendance is also available. The Webex link will be made available prior each seminar on our website at:
https://www.lanl.gov/org/ddste/aldsc/theoretical/applied-mathematics-plasma-physics/cold-plasma-seminars.php

You can also join the distribution mailing list by contacting Gian Luca Delzanno (delzanno at lanl.gov).

The speaker is David Malaspina from Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics:

Speaker: David Malaspina, LASP.
Title: Plasma Imaging, Local measurement, and Tomographic experiment (PILOT), a Mission Concept Enabling Transformational Multi-scale Observations of Cold Plasma Dynamics in Earth's Magnetosphere.
Date: May 17th, 2023
Time: 12 PM - 1 PM Eastern Time, 4-5 PM Universal Time Coordinated, 6-7 PM Central European Time.
Recorded Seminar: TBD.


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SHIELD Webinar:"What drives you forward? Connecting School, Teams, and a Robotic Exploration to Outer Space," presented by Lindy Elkins-Tanton, PI of NASA Psyche Mission!

From: Nick Gross (gross at bu.edu)

SHIELD Webinar:
When: Friday, May 19th, at 2:00pm ET
Who: Lindy Elkins-Tanton, PI of NASA Psyche Mission
Registration: https://bostonu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8sYLwV14R4OOY3NFrzJoLg

Come join us for the next SHIELD webinar: "What drives you forward? Connecting School, Teams, and a Robotic Exploration to Outer Space," presented by Lindy Elkins-Tanton, PI of NASA Psyche Mission!

Sometimes people think scientists always knew what they wanted to do, and went straight at it from the age of five. My path was far curvier, and had as many downs as ups, on my way to leading a robotic NASA mission to a metal asteroid. Maybe it's clearer in hindsight than it was moving forward, but I see now how my wish to work in teams where every person can succeed has driven most of my career choices. I'll talk about my path from single mother to scientific leader.

For more details see: https://shielddrivecenter.com/shield-webinars/


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JOB OPENING: Permanent Civil Servant Research Scientist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

From: Adam Szabo (Adam.Szabo at nasa.gov)

The Heliospheric Physics Laboratory (Code 672) at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center has an opening for a scientist interested in the structure and characteristics of the solar wind.  The opening is for a GS-13 or GS-14 or GS15 permanent Civil Servant position.  The Heliospheric Physics Laboratory currently has on-going research using data from Parker Solar Probe, Solar Orbiter, Wind, DSCOVR, ACE, STEREO, IBEX, and the Voyagers.  The laboratory is in Goddard's Heliophysics Science Division.  Because this is a US Government Civil Servant position, applicants are required to be US citizens, and are expected to have applicable experience.  A PhD in Space or Earth Science is highly desirable.  Applications can be found at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/724262000 . The application is open from May 8 to May 22, 2023.  Questions can be emailed to Adam Szabo (adam.szabo at nasa.gov), Code 672 Lab Chief.


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JOB OPENING: Physical Scientist (ZP-1301-05) DIRECT HIRE | Office of Projects, Planning, & Analysis (OPPA)

From: Li Jiang, Argelia Gonzalez  (li.jiang at noaa.gov)

The job posting is listed at USAJOBS - https://www.usajobs.gov/job/722820600


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JOB OPENING: Supervisory General Engineer (ZP-0801-05) DIRECT HIRE | Office of Projects, Planning, & Analysis (OPPA)

From: Li Jiang, Argelia Gonzalez  (li.jiang at noaa.gov)

Please see the detailed posting at USAJOBS.com - https://www.usajobs.gov/job/722820300


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JOB OPENING: Heliophysics and Space Weather Lead Scientist at Ball Aerospace

From: Nicole Duncan (nicole.duncan at ballaerospace.com)

Ball Aerospace is seeking a scientist to manage a portfolio of advanced technologies, instruments, spacecraft and mission concepts for Heliophysics and Space Weather. The successful applicant will have a strong mission design and technology development background, experience working at the intersection of science and engineering, and familiarity with key research and technology gaps across the space sciences and operational space weather disciplines. This position is a leadership role within Ball Aerospace's Civil Space New Business Unit, which develops many of the world's pioneering space missions. Applications are now open and will remain open until the position is filled.

Ball is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and strives to foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Applicants who are unsure if their credentials are adequate for the position are encouraged to contact us and learn more. 

Please visit the Ball Aerospace careers page (https://jobs.ball.com/aerospace/job/Boulder-Advanced-Systems-Manager-I-Advanced-Systems-Manager-II-Heliophysics-Mission-Area-Lead-CO-80301/1016718000/) or contact Nicole Duncan (nicole.duncan at ballaerospace.com) for more information about the position. 


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jOB OPENING: Postdoctoral Position at CUA/Goddard Space Flight Center

From: Leon Ofman (ofman at cua.edu)

A post-doctoral position is available at the Catholic University of America for up to three years, to do research on the physical processes in the solar wind.  In particular, the selected candidate will analyze data from NASA’s Parker Solar Probe spacecraft, employ and develop Machine Learning techniques for the data analysis as well as use various numerical models to simulate ion kinetic instabilities in the solar wind. The application should consist of a cover letter, CV, list of publications, and names of three references.  Please email inquiries and the complete application to Prof. Leon Ofman at ofman at cua.edu. The application deadline is June 30, 2023. The work location is at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Maryland. The Catholic University of America offers competitive salaries and benefits (see, https://humanresources.catholic.edu/benefits/index.html).  As an institution that fully endorses diversity, equity, and inclusion, CUA encourages applicants who consider themselves to be members of minorities or marginalized groups to apply.


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JOB OPENING: CRC Tier 1 Position in "Quantum Sensors for Space Applications" at UNB Physics Department

From: Jayachandran P. T. (jaya at unb.ca)

A Canada Research Chair (CRC) Tier 1 position in  “Quantum Sensors for Space Applications” is available at the Physics Department of the Unversity of New Brunswick.  Please follow the link below for more details of the position.  

https://www.unb.ca/hr/careers/posting/academic.php?id=2852

The review of applications will begin on September 15, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.


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JOB OPENING: Associate Professor Position at KTH, Stockholm

From: Tomas Karlsson (tomask at kth.se)

KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm is looking for an Associate Professor in Experimental Space and Plasma Physics. The work consists of developing KTH's research as well as teaching at the undergraduate, advanced and doctoral levels within the subject area. The work includes supervising postdocs, doctoral and degree project students and conducting teaching at undergraduate and advanced level at the Department of Electrical Engineering. The tasks include work with data and instrument operation for satellite missions where KTH has contributed with scientific instruments including JUICE and BepiColombo.

Details and applications: https://www.kth.se/en/om/work-at-kth/lediga-jobb/what:job/jobID:606701/type:job/where:4/apply:1

Deadline: June 2, 2023.


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