<div dir="ltr"><div>AMERICAN GEOPHYSICAL UNION</div><div>SPA SECTION NEWSLETTER</div><div>Volume XXIV, Issue 47</div><div>Aug.30,2017</div><div><br></div><div>***********************************************************************</div><div><br></div><div>Table of Contents</div><div><br></div><div>1. Hurricane Harvey Causes Delay of Heliophysics Supporting Research Full-Proposal Due Date</div><div><br></div><div>2. SESSION: National Radio Science Meeting Session "Physics of the Radiation Belts" </div><div><br></div><div>3. RHESSI Science Nugget No. 305</div><div><br></div><div>4. CESRA highlights in August</div><div><br></div><div>5. JOB OPENING: Manager for the NASA/MSFC Science Research and Projects Division</div><div><br></div><div>6. JOB OPENING: Postdoc Position in Plasma Physics at Auburn University</div><div><br></div><div>7. JOB OPENING: Two Post-doctoral Research Positions in Space Physics at the University of Iowa</div><div><br></div><div>***********************************************************************</div><div><br></div><div>Announcement Submission Website: <a href="http://goo.gl/forms/qjcm4dDr4g">http://goo.gl/forms/qjcm4dDr4g</a></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1</div><div><br></div><div>Hurricane Harvey Causes Delay of Heliophysics Supporting Research Full-Proposal Due Date</div><div><br></div><div>From: Arik Posner (arik.posner at <a href="http://nasa.gov">nasa.gov</a>)</div><div><br></div><div>As part of ROSES-17 Amendment 26, the Heliophysics Supporting Research program due date for full proposals has been delayed by three weeks. The new due date of Sept. 28, 2017 (moved from Sept. 7, 2017) gives more time to all proposers, and is aimed in particular at those who are adversely affected by hurricane Harvey.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2</div><div><br></div><div>SESSION: National Radio Science Meeting Session "Physics of the Radiation Belts" </div><div><br></div><div>From: Chris Crabtree (chris.crabtree at <a href="http://nrl.navy.mil">nrl.navy.mil</a>)</div><div><br></div><div>We are pleased to announce a special session on the “Physics of the Radiation Belts” to be held at the National Radio Science Meeting (NRSM) on January 4-7, 2018 (Thursday-Sunday) in Boulder, CO. The meeting web-site is at <a href="https://nrsmboulder.org/">https://nrsmboulder.org/</a>.</div><div><br></div><div>The session will focus on the physics of generation and evolution of the important plasma wave modes that occur in the radiation belts as well as their interaction with energetic particles and their role on influencing the global evolution of the radiation belts. </div><div><br></div><div>All abstracts and summaries must be submitted online at <a href="http://www.aps-ursi.org/nrsm">www.aps-ursi.org/nrsm</a> by Monday, September 18, 2017. </div><div><br></div><div>Session Chairs</div><div>Craig Kletzing (<a href="mailto:craig-kletzing@uiowa.edu">craig-kletzing@uiowa.edu</a>) </div><div>Chris Crabtree (<a href="mailto:chris.crabtree@nrl.navy.mil">chris.crabtree@nrl.navy.mil</a>) </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3</div><div><br></div><div>RHESSI Science Nugget No. 305</div><div><br></div><div>From: Hugh Hudson (hhudson at <a href="http://ssl.berkeley.edu">ssl.berkeley.edu</a>)</div><div><br></div><div>“Electric Current Neutralization and Solar Eruption in Active Regions”, by Yang LIU. Active current systems in the solar corona don’t have return currents.</div><div><br></div><div>See </div><div><a href="http://sprg.ssl.berkeley.edu/~tohban/wiki/index.php/RHESSI_Science_Nuggets">http://sprg.ssl.berkeley.edu/~tohban/wiki/index.php/RHESSI_Science_Nuggets</a></div><div><br></div><div>listing the current series, 2008-present, and</div><div><br></div><div><a href="http://sprg.ssl.berkeley.edu/~tohban/nuggets/">http://sprg.ssl.berkeley.edu/~tohban/nuggets/</a> </div><div><br></div><div>for the original series, 2005-2008.</div><div><br></div><div>We publish these at roughly two-weekly intervals and welcome contributions,</div><div>which should be related, at least loosely, to RHESSI science.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4</div><div><br></div><div>CESRA highlights in August</div><div><br></div><div>From: Eduard Kontar (eduard at <a href="http://astro.gla.ac.uk">astro.gla.ac.uk</a>)</div><div><br></div><div>Traveling Ionospheric Disturbances as Huge Natural Lenses: Solar Radio Emission Focusing Effect</div><div>by A. Koval et al* </div><div><a href="http://cesra.net/?p=1480">http://cesra.net/?p=1480</a></div><div><br></div><div>Wavelet-based characterization of small-scale solar emission features </div><div>at low radio frequencies</div><div>by A. Suresh et al.* </div><div><a href="http://cesra.net/?p=1473">http://cesra.net/?p=1473</a></div><div><br></div><div>CESRA publishes Highlights of Solar Radio Physics aka CESRA Nuggets approximately every two weeks. These short communications are written in the language accessible to a non-expert in the specific area and designed to keep solar and heliophysics communities informed and up-to-date about current research. The highlights can be followed, discussed, commented and shared via <a href="http://www.facebook.com/solarcesra/">www.facebook.com/solarcesra/</a> and <a href="http://www.twitter.com/CESRA_community">www.twitter.com/CESRA_community</a></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5-5</div><div><br></div><div>JOB OPENING: Manager for the NASA/MSFC Science Research and Projects Division</div><div><br></div><div>From: Dennis Gallagher (dennis.gallagher at <a href="http://nasa.gov">nasa.gov</a>)</div><div><br></div><div>NASA Marshall Space Flight Center is seeking to fill the manager position for the Science Research and Projects Division of the Science and Technology Office. The work involves coordinated management of five research focus areas: High Energy Astrophysics; Heliophysics and Space Weather; Planetary Science; Earth Science Research and Analysis; and Earth Science Applications. </div><div><br></div><div>The internal announcement number (for current civil servants) is MS17C0109 and the link is</div><div><a href="https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/477820700">https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/477820700</a></div><div><br></div><div>The external announcement number is MS17D0052 and the link to the announcement is</div><div><a href="https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/477817200">https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/477817200</a></div><div><br></div><div>Interested parties are invited to apply. Please direct questions to Sherry Hopper 256-544-5446 (<a href="mailto:sherry.l.hopper@nasa.gov">sherry.l.hopper@nasa.gov</a>)</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6-6</div><div><br></div><div>JOB OPENING: Postdoc Position in Plasma Physics at Auburn University</div><div><br></div><div>From: Yu Lin (linyu01 at <a href="http://auburn.edu">auburn.edu</a>)</div><div><br></div><div>A postdoctoral position is now available in the field of plasma physics at Auburn University, with an expected starting date in the beginning of 2018. This position is focused on understanding the physics of collisionless magnetic reconnection. Experience in gyrokinetic and/or fully kinetic particle-in-cell simulations is highly desirable. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit application according to the following instructions and please refer to "Plasma Physics" in the cover letter. Review of applicants will begin Nov. 1, 2017 and will continue until the position is filled. Specific questions on this position should be addressed to Dr. Yu Lin (<a href="mailto:linyu01@auburn.edu">linyu01@auburn.edu</a>). </div><div><br></div><div>The College of Sciences and Mathematics at Auburn University located in Auburn AL (<a href="http://www.auburn.edu/cosam">http://www.auburn.edu/cosam</a>) is seeking candidates for the position of postdoctoral fellow in the sciences and mathematics. From time-to-time, postdoctoral positions become available under a variety of research grants and projects in the college. We are seeking applications from individuals with a Ph.D. in any one area such as: biology, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics, statistics, physics or related fields. The candidates selected for these positions must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; and must possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. The positions are available for a minimum of one year as full-time 12 month appointments, with renewal possible based on performance, need, and/or funding for a maximum of four years. These are non-tenure track positions. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Review of applications will begin after July 5th, 2017 and continue throughout the year as positions become available. Please upload curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, along with a list of three references and contact information at <a href="http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/2347">http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/2347</a>.</div><div><br></div><div>Auburn University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7-7</div><div><br></div><div>JOB OPENING: Two Post-doctoral Research Positions in Space Physics at the University of Iowa</div><div><br></div><div>From: David Miles, Allison Jaynes (david-miles at <a href="http://uiowa.edu">uiowa.edu</a>)</div><div><br></div><div>The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Iowa seeks to appoint two post-doctoral researchers to join a dynamic and expanding group of space physics researchers. The University of Iowa has developed spaceflight hardware for 69 successful satellite and rocket missions and currently participates in missions including Voyager, Cassini, Mars Express, Juno, Van Allen Probes, MMS, Cassiope/e-POP, HaloSat, JUICE, and the Europa Mission. </div><div>The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.</div><div><br></div><div>Position 1: Post-doctoral Research Associate – Magnetic Fields</div><div>Reports to: Assistant Professor David Miles – <a href="mailto:david-miles@uiowa.edu">david-miles@uiowa.edu</a></div><div>This appointment is partially funded by the Cassiope/e-POP mission (<a href="https://epop.phys.ucalgary.ca/">https://epop.phys.ucalgary.ca/</a>) which has been operating since 2013. The post holder will spend approximately 50% of their time conducting original research within the field of space plasma and magnetosphere-ionosphere (MI) science. Research topics include: field-aligned currents, MI coupling, and auroral physics using data from Cassiope/e-POP and the ESA Swarm magnetic field mission (<a href="https://earth.esa.int/web/guest/missions/esa-operational-eo-missions/swarm">https://earth.esa.int/web/guest/missions/esa-operational-eo-missions/swarm</a>). The remaining 50% will be dedicated to supporting the Cassiope/e-POP MaGnetic Field instrument (MGF) through data quality assurance, development of value added data products, and project deliverables, and aiding other researchers in validating and interpreting MGF data for publication. </div><div><br></div><div>Position 2: Post-doctoral Research Associate – Energetic Particles</div><div>Reports to: Assistant Professor Allison N. Jaynes – <a href="mailto:allison-n-jaynes@uiowa.edu">allison-n-jaynes@uiowa.edu</a></div><div>This appointment will be jointly funded by the Magnetosphere Multiscale (MMS) mission, which launched in March 2015, and the Van Allen Probes mission, currently entering the extended mission phase. The University of Iowa is the home of several Co-Investigators on each mission. The position will include data analysis and leadership roles related to the FEEPS instrument (onboard MMS), and the REPT instrument (onboard Van Allen Probes); both are solid state detectors designed to measure high-energy electrons and ions in the space environment. Research topics include: energetic particle dynamics in the inner magnetosphere and at magnetospheric boundaries, radiation belt dynamics, and energetic particle effects related to reconnection regions.</div><div><br></div><div>Qualifications:</div><div>A strong candidate will have (1) a solid background in space plasma physics, (2) experience working with space hardware, (3) experience with analyzing different types of spacecraft data, and (4) an appropriate track record of research and publication. They should be fluent in various computer languages (preferably IDL and/or Matlab), and they should hold, or expect to hold, a PhD in physics or a related field. Inquiries may be directed to Drs. Miles or Jaynes.</div><div><br></div><div>Expectations: </div><div>Candidates are expected to communicate research through the publication of peer-reviewed journal articles and will be encouraged to undertake domestic and international travel in support of the research program. The candidates is also expected to engage constructively with national and international collaborators to further the scientific goals of the projects and explore new scientific opportunities. Finally, the candidates will support the inception, scientific planning, and delivery of new and up-coming mission concepts and scientific proposals.</div><div><br></div><div>Conditions: </div><div>Both positions are available immediately with negotiable start dates. Both positions are for an initial term of two years with the potential of renewal. Salary will follow the University of Iowa standard for post-doctoral scholars and scale with the applicant’s experience.</div><div><br></div><div>How to Apply: </div><div>Application screening will begin on October 15, 2017. 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